About George Decker
Lived 1866 – 1909 (aged 43). George Decker was an American baseball player.
George A. Decker (June 1, 1866 – June 7, 1909) was an American professional baseball player who played outfield in the Major Leagues from -. Decker played for the St. Louis Browns, Chicago Colts, Louisville Colonels, and Washington Senators.
In 704 games over eight seasons, Decker posted a .276 batting average (756-for-2739) with 423 runs, 25 home runs, 416 RBI and 112 stolen bases. He finished his career with a .959 fielding percentage playing at every position except pitcher and catcher.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Decker?
American baseball player
When was George Decker born?
George Decker was born on 1 June 1866 in York.
When did George Decker die?
George Decker died on 7 June 1909 in Patton.
What was George Decker's occupation?
George Decker was a baseball player.
What nationality was George Decker?
George Decker was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Decker (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Decker. https://biography.guide/george-decker-baseball-player/
MLA: "George Decker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-decker-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "George Decker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-decker-baseball-player/.
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