Greatest Athletes In Rhode Island History: Aquidneck

Greatest Athletes In Rhode Island History: Aquidneck

Aquidneck is full of incredibly accomplished athletes who forever changed the sports they competed in. Whether they created a Hall of Fame, introduced the spitball, or re-wrote the record books, Aquidneck athletes have made an amazing impact on the world of sports.

There are plenty of baseball and football stars here too---even the "Babe Ruth of American soccer". If all of that weren't enough, how about the man with a hitting streak longer than Joe DiMaggio's?

Yes, Aquidneck athletes have inspired and revolutionized the games they played more than any other group of athletes in this countdown. Click through the slideshow to read about their game-changing accomplishments and innovations.

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