Hall of Famer Eddie Plank dies at the age of 50

Death

On February 24, 1926, Hall of Famer Eddie Plank dies at the age of 50 in his native Gettysburg, PA.. Plank won 326 games and posted a 2.35 over a 17-year career. In 1905, the durable Plank completed a league-leading 36 of his 41 starts.

 
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