1922 Bridgeport Americans Baseball Team Photo
This page from the 1923 Spalding's Official Base Ball Guide features a team photo of the Bridgeport Club from the Eastern League. The players and management are identified by number and name within the photo. Key figures include Eugene McCann, the manager, positioned at number 4, and J.H. Kelly, the business manager, at number 9. Among the players are Emrich, Smith, Rodriguez, and Kingston, numbered 1 through 5, respectively. The lineup continues with Miller, Falk, Stauffer, Vines, Bomhoft, and others like Loftus, Irving, LePard, and Leasure. This team was a part of the minor league system, contributing to the development of baseball talent during the early 20th century. The Eastern League, noted for its competitive play, served as a crucial step for players aspiring to reach major league status.