Jack Barry

Shortstop
  • Card series: Pilgrims
  • City: Philadelphia
  • Team: Athletics (AL)
  • League: American League

John Joseph Barry (1887-1961) was part of Connie Mack’s “$100,000” infield, with Stuffy McInnis, Eddie Collins and Home Run Baker, winning 4 pennants and 3 Series from 1910-14. Barry won even greater fame after retiring from MLB. He coached Holy Cross for 40 years, earning one of the highest winning % in collegiate history (.806).

  • Helped the Red Sox win the ’15 & ‘16 Series, then managed the club in 1917
  • Led Holy Cross to the 1952 College World Series title

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