John Greening

John A. Greening
born John A. Greenig

• Bats Unknown, Throws Right

• Debut May 9, 1888
• Final Game May 9, 1888
• Born 1848 in Philadelphia, PA USA
• Died July 28, 1913 in Philadelphia, PA USA

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Biographical Information

Pitcher John Greening was a 40-year-old rookie when he started one game for the Washington Nationals on May 9, 1888. His biography can be found at SABR Biography of John Greenig

He was a veteran of the Civil War. he enlisted on May 18, 1864 as a member of the 132nd Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment, Company K. He served until September 7, 1864. his pension record mentions a couple of other regiments, but these have not been confirmed.

Related Sites

• John Greenig at the SABR Bio Project