Norfolk, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Harry Postove
(1912-1999)
| | Tidewater Baseball Shrine | |
Photographed by Brandon D Cross, July 18, 2025
1. Harry Postove Marker
Started journalistic career with Norfolk Ledger-Dispatch rising to Assistant Sports Editor before joining Navy at start of World War II.
During 4 service years, played prominent role in bringing together top Major League players to form teams at the Naval Station and Air Station that entertained hundreds of thousands of servicemen and civilians.
After discharge, became General Manager (1946) at Shelby, N.C. then scouted for Cubs through 1950.
Joined White Sox staff (1951-67), was East Coast Supervisor over 10 years.
Among first hired by newly formed Kansas City Royals in 1968, and after 3 years opted for pro coverage for New York Mets (1971-75).
Accepted assignment to Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina Territory with Montreal Expos in 1976.
Signed prominent Major Leaguers Junior Gilliam, Luis Aparicio, Bruce Howard, Al Weis, J.C. Martin and countless other successful players.
Honored by Major and Minor Leagues for long and meritorious service to baseball.
Erected by Norfolk Tides.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1946.
Location. 36° 50.587′
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Regionally, this marker is in Virginia’s Hampton Roads, specifically in Coastal Virginia, and in the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, and in the Tidewater. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Allen G. Richter (here, next to this marker); Richard (Bullet) Alexander (a few steps from this marker); Gerald (Jerry) Lynch (a few steps from this marker); Allen J. (Two-Gun) Gettel (a few steps from this marker); William O. (Bill) Lewis (a few steps from this marker); Hank Lee Foiles (a few steps from this marker); Billy Swoope (a few steps from this marker); Erwin C. (Bob) Porterfield (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Norfolk.
Regarding Harry Postove. The Tidewater Baseball Shrine recognizes players and executives who have significantly contributed to the game of baseball in the Tidewater area of Virginia.
The shrine is located at Harbor Park, which is home to the Norfolk Tides, a AAA minor league baseball team affiliated with the Baltimore Orioles.The Norfolk Tides annually induct new members into the shrine.
Also see . . .
1. In Memoriam. (Submitted on July 30, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed by Brandon D Cross
2. Harry Postove Marker
2. Harbor Park. (Submitted on July 30, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 7, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 30, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 74 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 30, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
