Tris Speaker was one of the greatest baseball players of the early twentieth century. Originally from Texas in 1888, he was drawn to sports as a young boy and used hardship as motivation. From makeshift hometown teams, he began the journey toward historic achievement in professional baseball. At the start of his major league career, Speaker show

Tris Speaker was one of the greatest baseball players of the Dead Ball Era. Originally from Texas in 1888, he found his passion for baseball early and used hardship as motivation. From informal games with friends, he slowly shaped his skills toward historic achievement in professional baseball. During his early professional years, Speaker stood