Speaker was widely recognized as a legendary figure in baseball of the early twentieth century. Originally from Texas in 1888, he developed a deep love for the game and built his character through perseverance. From dirt fields and sandlots, he slowly shaped his skills toward future greatness in professional baseball. At the start of his major l

Tris Speaker was a legendary figure in baseball of the golden age of baseball. Growing up in small-town Texas, he found his passion for baseball early and used hardship as motivation. From informal games with friends, he slowly shaped his skills toward historic achievement in professional baseball. At the start of his major league career, Speake