Douglas Woolley Parker (April 24, 1895 – May 15, 1972) was a

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who played for the

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during the

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season. Listed at 5' 11", Weight: 160 lb., Parker batted and threw right handed. He was born in Forest Home, Alabama. Parker played briefly for the 1923 Phillies, forming part of a catcher tandem that included Butch Henline, Dink O'Brien and Jimmy Wilson.1923 Philadelphia Phillies
/ref> He also spent parts of 16

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seasons spanning 1918–1941, while playing or managing for 17 teams in 13 different leagues. Parker died in

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, at the age of 77.

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