Harry Carr Maupin (July 11, 1872 – August 25, 1952) was an American

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who played for two seasons. He pitched in two

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for the

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during the 1898 season and five games for the

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during the 1899 season. Maupin died at the age of 80 in Parsons, Kansas, and is interred at Oakwood Cemetery. He weighed approximately 150 pounds. His height was 5'7''.

Childhood

Before he played professionally, Maupin played on an independent team located in

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Minor League work

After his work with the

, Maupin played in the minor league, specifically with St. Jospeph of the Western League in 1900. Afterwards, Maupin played five seasons with the Ottumwa of the Iowa League. He left the sport completely in 1905.

Retirement and death

From 1905 onwards, Maupin was a conductor for the

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for approximately 30 years. Fifteen years after his retirement. Maupin died of a heart attack in Parsons, Kansas.

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