About Dick Adkins
Lived 1920 – 1955 (aged 35). Dick Adkins was an American baseball player.
Richard Earl Adkins (March 3, 1920 – September 12, 1955) was an American professional baseball player. He was a shortstop for one season with the Philadelphia Athletics. For his career, he compiled a .143 batting average in 7 at-bats.
He was born and later died in Electra, Texas at the age of 35 after a short battle with brain cancer.
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Who was Dick Adkins?
American baseball player (1920–1955)
When was Dick Adkins born?
Dick Adkins was born on 3 March 1920 in Electra.
When did Dick Adkins die?
Dick Adkins died on 12 September 1955 in Electra.
What was Dick Adkins's occupation?
Dick Adkins was a baseball player.
What nationality was Dick Adkins?
Dick Adkins was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dick Adkins. https://biography.guide/dick-adkins/
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