Philadelphia Stars

Philadelphia Stars

1934 Independent
1934-1948 Negro National League
1949-1950 Negro American League

The Philly Stars originated from the suburb of Darby, Pa. Originally called the Hilldale Giants, the Stars won the 1934 Negro National League pennant.

This team, organized by Ed Bolden in 1933, starred "Biz" Mackey, Dick Lundy, Jud Wilson, and "Slim" Jones.

Photo: Philadelphia Stars, 1944