Frank Chance

1876–1924 (age 48)

baseball player/manager

Biography

Frank Chance was a towering presence in early American baseball, guiding the Chicago Cubs as both a player and manager with integrity and quiet determination. His skill at first base and his steady leadership helped define an era of the sport and inspired teammates and fans alike.

Even after his retirement from the diamond, Chance remained a cherished figure in the baseball community, and his memory endures among those who celebrate the sport’s rich history. He rests at Angelus-Rosedale Cemetery, a fitting place of reflection for a lifelong steward of the game.