If you have visited the suite level of Fifth Third Field, you’ve probably noticed that each of the 32 suites features a photo of a prominent player with ties to the Mud Hens. Over the next few weeks we’ll take a look at those former players. The photo on the fifth suite features a player who saw action with Toledo teams in 1894-95 and from 1897-1902. In fact, no other player has played in more games for a Toledo professional team. Who is he?
The answer to last Thursday’s question? The photo on the fourth suite features a player who also played for the Toledo Blue Stockings in 1884. But this individual is better known for having the seventh-highest win total among pitchers who are NOT in the Hall of Fame. Who is he? He is Tony Mullane, who also is known as a pitcher who could pitch both right-handed and left-handed. He would stand on the mound (without a glove), and decide just before each pitch which arm he would use to throw.
Do you think you know the answer to today’s question? At the bottom of this page give us your answer in the "Post a comment" box! I'll do my best to answer as quickly as possible, and I’ll post the answer tomorrow along with another trivia question. Looking forward to hearing from you!
In a hat tip to the upcoming tax season, Bob Gilks played in 1040 games for Toledo.
Posted by: Pepper Leach | 01/21/2013 at 01:07 PM
You are correct. Here's a follow-up that looks easier than it is ...
What position did Gilks play in Toledo?
Posted by: John_Wagner | 01/21/2013 at 03:04 PM
I want to say outfield and pitch
Posted by: Pepper Leach | 01/22/2013 at 09:49 AM
Go ahead and say it then ... you would be right, but not COMPLETELY right. Any other guesses?
Posted by: John_Wagner | 01/22/2013 at 03:46 PM