Though the Los Angeles Angels didn't participate in the Negro Leagues' tribute game at Rickwood Field, they shared a meaningful connection to the event.
Former Birmingham Black Barons ace Rev. Bill Greason threw out the first pitch at 99 years old. Barry Bonds and Ken Griffey Jr. escorted Michael Mays, the sonWhile the Los Angeles Angels didn't play in the game honoring the Negro Leagues, they had a connection to it.Smith played for the Birmingham Black Barons at Rickwood Field prior to his MLB debut in 1963, eventually joining the Angels in 1964.
With the Los Angeles Angels in 1964, Smith hit .301 in 118 games with 11 homers. In 15 games over 31.2 innings as a pitcher, including a start, he had an earned run average of 2.84. Smith pitched in 29 games, starting three, throwing 61 innings, and compiling a 3.10 ERA during the duration of his MLB career. His lack of pitching wasn't because he was bad, he was just better at hitting. He compiled a .304 batting average in more than 1,200 plate appearances.
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