About Ed Montague
Lived 1905 – 1988 (aged 82). Ed Montague was an American baseball player.
Edward Francis Montague (July 24, 1905 – June 17, 1988) was an American infielder in Major League Baseball with the Cleveland Indians (1928, 1930–1932), primarily as a shortstop. He later became a scout, most notable for signing Willie Mays. He was born in San Francisco, and died at age 82 in Daly City, California. His son Ed was a major league umpire from 1974 until 2009.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ed Montague?
deceased former baseball player from the United States (1905-1988)
When was Ed Montague born?
Ed Montague was born on 24 July 1905 in San Francisco.
When did Ed Montague die?
Ed Montague died on 17 June 1988 in Daly City.
What was Ed Montague's occupation?
Ed Montague was a baseball player.
What nationality was Ed Montague?
Ed Montague was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ed Montague (shortstop)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ed Montague. https://biography.guide/ed-montague-baseball-player/
MLA: "Ed Montague." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ed-montague-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Ed Montague." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/ed-montague-baseball-player/.
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