Rip Wade

Richard Frank Wade
(Rip)

• Bats Left, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11", Weight 174 lb.

• Debut April 19, 1923
• Final Game October 4, 1923
• Born January 12, 1898 in Duluth, MN USA
• Died July 15, 1957 in Duluth, MN USA

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Biographical Information

Rip Wade had one year in the majors, appearing in 33 games. He also played 17 seasons in the minors, posting a .303 batting average with 146 home runs.

His great-granddaugher Jessica Nardone is mentioned in the book Breaking into Baseball: Women and the National Pasttime.

• Manager 1933-35 Superior Blues, 1936 & 1954 Duluth Dukes