Solly Hofman
Outfielder, Baseball Player
1882 – 1956
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Who was Solly Hofman?
Arthur Frederick "Solly" Hofman was a Major League Baseball player from 1903 to 1916. He played the majority of his 1,175 professional games in the outfield.
His nickname was "Circus Solly". Some attribute this name to a comic strip of the era, while others attribute it to spectacular catches while fielding.
He is considered by some to be the first great utility player in baseball due to his versatility.
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- Born
- Oct 29, 1882
St. Louis - Profession
- Died
- Mar 10, 1956
St. Louis
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on July 23, 2013
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