About Les Backman
Lived 1888 – 1975 (aged 87). Les Backman was an American baseball player.
Lester John Backman (March 20, 1888 – November 8, 1975) was a Major League Baseball pitcher who played for two seasons. He pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals for 21 games during the 1909 St. Louis Cardinals season and 26 games during the 1910 St. Louis Cardinals season.
He made his debut game in the Major League at the age of 21 on July 3, 1909. He played his last game at the age of 22 on August 28, 1910.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Les Backman?
American baseball player
When was Les Backman born?
Les Backman was born on 20 March 1888 in Cleves.
When did Les Backman die?
Les Backman died on 8 November 1975 in Cincinnati.
What was Les Backman's occupation?
Les Backman was a baseball player.
What nationality was Les Backman?
Les Backman was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Les Backman. https://biography.guide/les-backman/
MLA: "Les Backman." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/les-backman/.
Chicago: "Les Backman." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/les-backman/.
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