Negro League player stats include league games, interleague games (against major Negro League competition), and games against select top-level independent Black Baseball teams. Player stats do not include the extensive amount of exhibitions and barnstorming games Negro League teams often played. Negro League data is not complete. Research is still ongoing and we’ll continue to publish updates as more information becomes available. More about data coverage
Appearances
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Appearances on Leaderboards, Awards, and Honors
Frequently Asked Questions
When was John Beckwith born?
John Beckwith was born on January 10, 1900.
Where was John Beckwith born?
John Beckwith was born in Louisville, KY.
How tall was John Beckwith?
John Beckwith was 5-11 (180 cm) tall.
How much did John Beckwith weigh when playing?
John Beckwith weighed 200 lbs (90 kg) when playing.
How many seasons did John Beckwith play?
John Beckwith played 12 seasons.
Is John Beckwith in the Hall of Fame?
John Beckwith has not been elected into the Hall of Fame.
What position did John Beckwith play?
John Beckwith was a Third Baseman, Shortstop and First Baseman.
How many hits did John Beckwith have?
John Beckwith had 636 hits over his career.
How many home runs did John Beckwith have?
John Beckwith had 76 home runs over his career.
What was John Beckwith's average?
John Beckwith had a .349 average over his career.
How many teams has John Beckwith played for?
John Beckwith played for 9 teams; the Chicago Giants, Chicago American Giants, Baltimore Black Sox, Harrisburg Giants, Homestead Grays, New York Lincoln Giants, Newark Browns, Newark Dodgers and Homestead Grays.
When did John Beckwith retire?
John Beckwith last played in 1935.
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