Community Baseball: The Lafayette Red Sox
Schedule
Tue, 09 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The History Center | Lafayette, IN
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The Lafayette Red Sox thrilled fans with semi-pro baseball at Loeb Stadium and created lasting bonds between its players and the community. From 1935 to 1952, the Red Sox played against other semi-pro clubs and staged exhibitions against Negro League teams, bringing diverse brands of baseball to Lafayette.In this program, Matt Meyer, digital archivist at Wabash College, dives into the history of the Red Sox and the players who enraptured the city. Red Sox players came from all backgrounds. Some were former professional baseball players, some were coaches, and others were public servants. What brought them together was playing baseball while still being active in their community.
By showcasing the likes of Mike Kosman, Dale Davis, and Paul “Spider” Fields, Matt will highlight the rich history of the Lafayette Red Sox and their cherished place in Lafayette baseball history.
Sponsored by the National Group.
This program will also availbale via Zoom. Check back for a link closer to the program start time.
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Where is it happening?
The History Center, 522 Columbia Street,Lafayette,IN,United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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