About Rube Currie
Lived 1898 – 1966 (aged 67). Rube Currie was an American baseball player.
George Reuben Curry (October 10, 1898 – June 11, 1966) was an American pitcher and manager in Negro league baseball. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Curry made his debut for the Gilkerson's Union Giants in 1919 before coming back to his hometown to star for the Kansas City Monarchs.
Newspaper references of the day often spelled his last name "Currie"; however, historians believe his name was spelled "Curry," citing his World War I draft registration card;
Known for his curveball and control, Curry is described by James A. Riley as "one of the best pitchers of the '20s." He played in all of the first four of the Negro World Series held from 1924 to 1927.
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Who was Rube Currie?
American baseball player (1898-1966)
When was Rube Currie born?
Rube Currie was born on 10 October 1898 in Kansas City.
When did Rube Currie die?
Rube Currie died on 11 June 1966 in Chicago.
What was Rube Currie's occupation?
Rube Currie was a baseball player.
What nationality was Rube Currie?
Rube Currie was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rube Currie. https://biography.guide/rube-currie/
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