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Al Baker
Albert Jones Baker
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 170 lb.
- Debut August 20, 1938
- Final Game August 29, 1938
- Born February 28, 1906 in Batesville, MS USA
- Died November 6, 1982 in Kenedy, TX USA
Biographical Information[edit]
Al Baker, who was a 32-year-old big league rookie, was one of the older players on the Boston Red Sox in 1938, for whom he pitched three games. His teammates included Jimmie Foxx, Bobby Doerr, Lefty Grove, Joe Cronin and Moe Berg. The team finished second in the American League behind the New York Yankees. Al broke into pro ball with a 19-5 record for the Decatur Commodores in 1930. Pitching in the minors during the 1930s, he was with the Dallas Steers for part of 1934 and then from 1935-1938. After his major league stint in 1938, he pitched in the minors through 1941, managing the Vicksburg Hill Billies where he played part of 1941.
Year-by-Year Managerial Record[edit]
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1941 | Vicksburg Hill Billies | Cotton States League | 4th | none | Lost League Finals | replaced Rip Fanning |
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