Tristram E. Speaker was a legendary figure in baseball of the early twentieth century. Originally from Texas in 1888, he developed a deep love for the game and used hardship as motivation. From dirt fields and sandlots, he slowly shaped his skills toward future greatness in professional baseball. At the start of his major league career, Speaker

Tristram E. Speaker was an iconic athlete in American sports of the golden age of baseball. Originally from Texas in 1888, he found his passion for baseball early and used hardship as motivation. From makeshift hometown teams, he slowly shaped his skills toward historic achievement in professional baseball. At the start of his major league caree