Blackland TX · Historical markers
Hometown of Tris Speaker
In Hubbard · Directions →
The marker
(1888 - 1958) A legend in his own time, Tris Speaker was born, educated and buried here. Known as the Grey Eagle, he was the first Texan named to National Baseball Hall of Fame. First man elevated to Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Was on Boston's 1912 and 1915 World Series winning teams. Managed Cleveland Indians in their first pennant win, 1920. At 18 began professional play at $50 a month. Became a smart, able business man. Never wasted big money of playing career. Always "came home" to Hubbard. Here he was lifetime member of volunteer fire department.
Where it stands
Source: Texas Historical Commission, Texas Historic Sites Atlas, record 5217009415, read 17 September 2026.