John Morrissey

John J. Morrissey

• Bats Unknown, Throws Unknown

• Debut May 2, 1881
• Final Game May 14, 1881
• Born December 30, 1856 in Janesville, WI USA
• Died April 29, 1884 in Janesville, WI USA

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Biographical Information

John Morrissey played 12 games at third base for the Buffalo Bisons in May of 1881. The manager at the time was Jim O'Rourke, a very busy guy who, in addition to managing, played in every single game that season, appearing at five positions. O'Rourke played more third base than anywhere else, but when he was elsewhere, Morrissey got his 12 opportunities.

It has now been determined that the records for the 1882 Detroit Wolverines previously attributed to John Morrissey actually belong to Tom Morrissey. Tom, his brother, also played third base.