Walker Cooper/pagetext
From SABR Encyclopedia
Contents |
Profile
Personal
- Resided in Buckner, Missouri in 1951.
- Married Doris Ann Triplett, Oct. 31,1937
- Hunting
- Brother Mort was an outstanding major league pitcher
Pre-professional career
- Attended William Chrisman High School
Achievements
- Led the 1949 National League catchers in assists with 61.
- Tied the Major League record of 7 home runs in 6 consecutive games in 1947.
- Hit 3 home runs in a game.
- Made 6 consecutive hits in a game.
Outside of baseball
- Was a veteran. And served in the Navy
Sources
- 1951 Boston Braves Roster Book.