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Curt_Burner
Jul 13
⚾ The Cuban Comet: Jacinto “Jack” Calvo ⚾ MLB Pioneer
1917 Zeenut Pacific Coast League (PCL) Jack Calvo. 🌞  I love Zeenut PCL cards.
Jacinto “Jack” Calvo was Cuban outfielder whose exceptional arm, speed, and batting prowess made him a standout in every league from the Negro Leagues to The Show.  In  1913 he broke into MLB — making appearances with the Washington Senators in 1913 and 1920.  He also made his mark in the Pacific Coast and Negro leagues, including stellar seasons with the San Francisco Seals and Fort Worth Panthers.  Although his Major League stats (.161 average, one home run) were modest, his reputation soared thanks to a cannon arm that reportedly beat Bucky Harris's own long‑throw record and consistent winter dominance in Cuba.
Calvo was elected to the Cuban Baseball Hall of Fame in 1948.
