Death to Flying Things in 1953 » Syracuse_Stars_1889

Manager Jack Chapman of the 1889 Syracuse Stars (shown here in street clothes) was on of two 19th century players nicknamed “Death to Flying Things” for his defensive skills. The other was Bob Ferguson, pictured elsewhere in this column.

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