Sam Covington

About

Former first baseman who played three seasons in the major leagues.

Before Fame

He grew up playing baseball in Denison, Texas.

Trivia

He hit one career home run, in 1917 while playing for the Boston Braves.

Family Life

His brother Tex Covington pitched three seasons with the Detroit Tigers.

Associated With

Two years after he left the St. Louis Browns, Hall-of-Fame first baseman George Sisler joined the team.