Clyde Sukeforth: He Helped Change Dodger History Twice

Born in the small town of Washington Maine on November 30. 1901, Clyde Leroy Sukeforth, or Sukey as he was known in baseball circles, was a typical small town boy. He began playing when he was young and grew as youngsters did in those days to love the game.

Over his career he would catch, coach, manage and scout for major league teams. He is forever tied to the Dodgers by 2 players, Jackie Robinson, and Roberto Clemente. Just how I will reveal this story as it unfolds.

After high school. Sukey went to Georgetown university. He was there for two years and then after a year with the Nashua Millionaires and the Manchester Blue Sox, he was acquired by the Cincinnati Reds in 1926. Sukey batted…