Dad Lytle
Encyclopedia
Edward Benson "Dad" Lytle (1862–1950), was a Major League Baseball
player who played second base and outfield
for the Chicago Colts
and the Pittsburg Alleghenys
of the National League
. He appeared in one game for the Colts and 15 for the Alleghenys during the 1890 season. He played in the minor leagues till 1900 and was a player/manager from 1898-1900.
Major League Baseball
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player who played second base and outfield
Outfield
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for the Chicago Colts
Chicago Cubs
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and the Pittsburg Alleghenys
Pittsburgh Pirates
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of the National League
National League
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. He appeared in one game for the Colts and 15 for the Alleghenys during the 1890 season. He played in the minor leagues till 1900 and was a player/manager from 1898-1900.