Tris Speaker was a legendary figure in baseball of the golden age of baseball. Originally from Texas in 1888, he was drawn to sports as a young boy and built his character through perseverance. From makeshift hometown teams, he began the journey toward lasting fame in professional baseball. In the beginning stages of his baseball journey, Speake

Tristram E. Speaker was a legendary figure in baseball of the Dead Ball Era. Originally from Texas in 1888, he was drawn to sports as a young boy and turned obstacles into fuel. From makeshift hometown teams, he slowly shaped his skills toward historic achievement in professional baseball. In the beginning stages of his baseball journey, Speaker