Harry Schafer

Harry C. Schafer
(Silk Stockings)

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 9", Weight 143 lb.

• Debut May 5, 1871
• Final Game August 31, 1878
• Born August 14, 1846 in Philadelphia, PA USA
• Died February 28, 1935 in Philadelphia, PA USA

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Biographical Information

Harry Schafer played nine seasons of professional baseball including eight as a major leaguer. In 1871, he led the National Association in outs made, third base putouts, third base assists, and third base errors committed.

In addition to his playing record, he worked one National Association game as an umpire in 1875.

Related Sites

• Henry C. Schafer at the SABR Bio Project
• BR Minors page