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Originally Posted by puckpaul
Wildfire….anyone know the origin of that nickname?
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Well, to answer my own question (thank you Wikipedia!):
Schulte acquired his nickname, "Wildfire", after seeing a play called "Wildfire" in Mississippi. He then named one of his race horses "Wildfire" and was eventually known by that name, as well.
In addition, i learned Schulte was one of only four players to ever make the 20-20-20-20 club, which i never knew existed. 20+ doubles, triples, homers and stolen bases in one year.
Cards always mean a lot more when you know something.