About Joe Kelly
Lived 1886 – 1977 (aged 90). Joe Kelly was an American baseball player.
Joseph Henry Kelly (September 23, 1886 – August 16, 1977) was an American professional baseball player. He played all or part of five seasons in Major League Baseball between 1914 and 1919 for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago Cubs, and Boston Braves, primarily as an outfielder.
Kelly had an extensive career in minor league baseball, spanning 23 seasons. He began playing professionally in 1908 with the Tulsa Oilers, and played until 1930, which he spent with the Oklahoma City Indians. He spent the last five years of his career as a player-manager.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joe Kelly?
American baseball player
When was Joe Kelly born?
Joe Kelly was born on 23 September 1886 in Weir City, Kansas.
When did Joe Kelly die?
Joe Kelly died on 16 August 1977 in St. Joseph.
What was Joe Kelly's occupation?
Joe Kelly was a baseball player.
What nationality was Joe Kelly?
Joe Kelly was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joe Kelly (1910s outfielder)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joe Kelly. https://biography.guide/joe-kelly-baseball-player-1886/
MLA: "Joe Kelly." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/joe-kelly-baseball-player-1886/.
Chicago: "Joe Kelly." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/joe-kelly-baseball-player-1886/.
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