Greenwood, Mississippi Minor League Baseball

Jackson Riggs Stephenson

Jackson Riggs "Ole Hoss" Stephenson | © Donny Whitehead

Cotton States League:
  • Greenwood Dodgers
    (92-38)
  • Greenville Bucks
    (84-46)
  • El Dorado Oilers
    (61-69)
  • Clarksdale Planters
    (59-71)
  • Hot Springs Bathers
    (49-81)
  • Helena Seaporters
    (45-85)
Interesting Facts:

On May 24, 1935, Bivin pitched in the first night game in MLB history. On May 31, 1935, Bivin was the last pitcher to face Babe Ruth. He retired Ruth on a slow grounder to First Baseman, Dolph Camilli.

Greenwood OF Bob Lee tied for the league lead in runs (102).

Pitcher Russ Opplinger tied for the league lead in wins(21).