About Bert Hall
Lived 1889 – 1948 (aged 58). Bert Hall was an American baseball player.
Herbert Earl "Bert" Hall (October 15, 1889 – July 11, 1948) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher. He pitched for the Philadelphia Phillies in , appearing in seven games with an 0-1 record and a 4.00 ERA.
Is thought to have thrown the first "Forkball" that is unique to the one we know today. Placing the ball between the pointer and middle finger and throwing with a normal release, however once released, acted without rotation, much like a knuckler. It is believed it looked a lot like former Major Leaguer Robert Coello's forkball. He hanged himself in his home on July 18, 1948.
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Who was Bert Hall?
American baseball player
When was Bert Hall born?
Bert Hall was born on 15 October 1889 in Portland.
When did Bert Hall die?
Bert Hall died on 11 July 1948 in Seattle.
What was Bert Hall's occupation?
Bert Hall was a baseball player.
What nationality was Bert Hall?
Bert Hall was American.
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· DBpedia: Bert Hall (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bert Hall. https://biography.guide/bert-hall-baseball-player/
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