Ray Schalk, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Ray Schalk

American baseball player and coach

Date of Birth: 12-Aug-1892

Place of Birth: Harvel, Illinois, United States

Date of Death: 19-May-1970

Profession: baseball player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo


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About Ray Schalk

  • Raymond William Schalk (August 12, 1892 – May 19, 1970) was an American professional baseball player, coach, manager and scout.
  • He played as a catcher in Major League Baseball for the Chicago White Sox for the majority of his career.
  • Known for his fine handling of pitchers and outstanding defensive ability, Schalk was considered the greatest defensive catcher of his era.
  • He revolutionized the way the catching position was played by using his speed and agility to expand the previously accepted defensive capabilities for his position.
  • Schalk was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1955.

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