Eugene “Dick” Scruggs, Sr.: A Legend of the Negro Leagues and Community Builder
Eugene “Dick” Scruggs, Sr., a Negro Leagues pitcher turned community leader, died at 87, remembered for his on‑field dominance and off‑field contributions.
May 15, 2026
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Eugene “Dick” Scruggs, Sr.: A Negro Leagues Legend and Community Pillar
Eugene “Dick” Scruggs, Sr., a celebrated Negro Leagues pitcher who later built a janitorial business and worked as a funeral director, was inducted into the Huntsville–Madison County Athletic Hall of Fame and left a lasting impact on Alabama sports and community life.
May 13, 2026