Leon Ruffin

In today's world, Leon Ruffin has taken a fundamental role in our society. Whether in the field of technology, politics, culture or any other aspect of life, Leon Ruffin has managed to capture the attention of millions of people around the world. Its influence has become so significant that it is impossible to ignore its impact on the way we think, act and live. In this article we will explore in depth the importance and role that Leon Ruffin plays in our lives, as well as the challenges and benefits that this reality brings.

Leon Ruffin
Catcher
Born: (1912-02-11)February 11, 1912
Portsmouth, Virginia
Died: August 14, 1970(1970-08-14) (aged 58)
Portsmouth, Virginia
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
debut
1935, for the Brooklyn Eagles
Last appearance
1946, for the Newark Eagles
Negro National League statistics
Batting average.204
Home runs3
Runs scored52
Teams
Career highlights and awards

Charles Leon Ruffin (February 11, 1912 – August 14, 1970) was an American catcher in Negro league baseball. He played for the Brooklyn Eagles, Newark Eagles, Pittsburgh Crawfords, and Philadelphia Stars between 1935 and 1946.[1]

A native of Portsmouth, Virginia, Ruffin served in the US Navy during World War II.[2] He died in Portsmouth in 1970 at age 58.

References

  1. ^ "Charles Ruffin Negro League Statistics & History". baseball-reference.com. Retrieved June 11, 2012.
  2. ^ "Negro Leaguers Who Served With The Armed Forces in WWII". baseballinwartime.com. Retrieved October 7, 2020.