LOUIS “KID” KAPLAN October 15, 1901 - October 26, 1970 108-17-13, 12 NDs; 26 KOs Born in Kiev, Russia in 1901, then emigrating to Meriden,CT at the age of five, Louis "Kid" Kaplan became World Featherweight Champion on January 2, 1925 when he defeated Danny Kramer for the vacant title. He was undefeated in his next 16 fights, but relinquished his crown on July 6, 1926. The Meriden Buzzsaw's punishing style allowed him to compile an impressive record of 108-17-13,26 knockouts and 12 no-contests. Back