Harry Wright

Biography

Harry Wright was a central figure in the early days of organized baseball, applying a captain’s eye and a strategist’s mind to the emerging national pastime. As a player and manager he laid the groundwork for professionalism, emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and the importance of fielding, earning the respect of teammates and rivals alike.

His steady leadership and love for the game left a lasting imprint on the sport, and friends and admirers remember him fondly among the rolling hills of West Laurel Hill Cemetery.