Deacon Phillippe
1872–1952 (age 80)
baseball pitcher
Biography
Deacon Phillippe (1872–1952) was a pioneering major league pitcher noted for his dominant performances with the Louisville Colonels and Pittsburgh Pirates, including his heroic outings in the inaugural 1903 World Series. His fiery presence on the mound and competitive drive left a lasting mark on early professional baseball.
After his playing days he remained connected to the sport, sharing his experience and spirit with younger players while earning the respect of fans who remembered the grit he displayed during baseball’s formative years.