Dink Mothell

Biography

Carroll Ray "Dink" Mothell (August 13, 1897 – April 24, 1980) was an American first baseman, second baseman, catcher, outfielder, and player-manager who played for 15 years in the Negro leagues; he also coached in addition to playing in 2 of those 15 seasons. Known for his versatility, Mothell played every position, but logged the most games at first and second, as well as in the outfield. It was said you could use him "most any place, any time." During Mothell's time with the Kansas City Monarchs and the All Nations, he often caught for Hall of Fame-nominated and Hall of Fame Negro league pitchers such as José Méndez, John Donaldson, Bullet Rogan, and Andy Cooper. The teams traveled all over the United States, and Mothell was even a part of a Monarchs tour of "The Orient," where they played in places like Manila in 1934.

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