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Henry Larkin

1860 – 1942

American baseball player

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Lived 1860 – 1942 (aged 82). Henry Larkin was an American baseball player.

Henry E. Larkin (January 12, 1860 – January 31, 1942) was an American professional baseball player who played Major League Baseball for 10 seasons (1883–1893).

At age 24, Larkin started his career with the Philadelphia Athletics in 1884. On June 16, 1885, he hit for the cycle. That same year in a single game he recorded four doubles, still a major league record that has been tied many times, but never broken. He played six years with the club, usually hitting above .300. His 7th season he switched leagues to the Players' League, and was the Cleveland Infants' star first baseman, hitting .330 and knocking in 112 RBI. He also managed the club in 1890. When the league disbanded, he returned to Philadelphia, and later finished his career with the Washington Senators. He averaged a .303 batting average for his career. Unlike other power hitters of his era, Larkin hit more of his home runs on the road than at home – 35 versus 18.

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Who was Henry Larkin?

American baseball player (1860–1942)

When was Henry Larkin born?

Henry Larkin was born on 12 January 1860 in Reading.

When did Henry Larkin die?

Henry Larkin died on 31 January 1942 in Reading.

What was Henry Larkin's occupation?

Henry Larkin was a baseball player.

What nationality was Henry Larkin?

Henry Larkin was American.

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· Wikipedia: Henry Larkin

· Wikidata: Q5724665

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