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Dink Mothell

American Negro League player

Died when: 82 years 252 days (992 months)
Star Sign: Leo

 

Dink Mothell

Carroll Ray "Dink" Mothell (August 13, 1897 – April 24, 1980) was a catcher and utility player who played for 15 years in the Negro leagues.

Known for his versatility, Mothell played every position.It was said you could use him "most any place, any time." During Mothell's time with the Kansas City Monarchs and the All Nations, he often caught for Hall of Fame-nominated and Hall of Fame Negro league pitchers such as José Méndez, John Donaldson, Bullet Rogan, and Andy Cooper.

The teams traveled all over the United States, and Mothell was even a part of a Monarchs tour of "The Orient," where they played in places like Manila in 1934.


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