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Joe Delahanty

1875 – 1936

American baseball player

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Lived 1875 – 1936 (aged 60). Joe Delahanty was an American baseball player.

Joseph Nicholas Delahanty (October 18, 1875 in Cleveland, Ohio – January 29, 1936 in Cleveland, Ohio), was an American professional baseball player who played outfield and second base in the major leagues from 1907 to 1909. He was one of five Delahanty brothers to play in the majors: the others were Ed, Frank, Jim, and Tom.

Delahanty started his professional career in 1897. He had his breakthrough year in 1907, hitting .355 for Williamsport of the Tri-State League. In August, he was purchased by the St. Louis Cardinals. He became the team's regular left fielder the following season and played with them through 1909. On Joe's major league debut in 1907, the Delahanty brothers broke the record for the most siblings ever to play major league baseball (five), a record which still stands. The previous record (four) had been established in 1901 by the Cross brothers: Amos, Lave, Joe and Frank.

After his baseball career ended, Delahanty worked in a sheriff's office.

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Joseph Nicholas Delahanty, Joseph Delahanty

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Joe Delahanty?

American baseball player

When was Joe Delahanty born?

Joe Delahanty was born on 18 October 1875 in Cleveland.

When did Joe Delahanty die?

Joe Delahanty died on 29 January 1936 in Cleveland.

What was Joe Delahanty's occupation?

Joe Delahanty was a baseball player.

What nationality was Joe Delahanty?

Joe Delahanty was American.

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· Wikipedia: Joe Delahanty

· Wikidata: Q16025144

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