Biography

The short bio from the Helmar-R319 card back: “Pete” is one of the most outstanding players in the game today. Rube Foster has put outfielder Pete in a leadership role on every one of Rube’s teams in recent years. After the 1910 Leland Giants posted a 123-6 record, Rube brought many of the team members to the Chicago American Giants, installing Pete as captain. Pete led the 1910-11 Cuban Winter League with a .365 average. His throwing arm is a rifle. He can foul off opposing pitchers’ best efforts. He bats left and throws right. He is 5’9” and 170 pounds.

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