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Christy Mathewson was a Hall of Fame pitcher for the New York Giants and Cincinnati Reds from 1900 to 1916. He won 373 games, four World Series, and two Triple Crowns, and served in World War I as a chemical warfare officer.
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Bats: Right • Throws: Right. 6-1 , 195lb (185cm, 88kg) Born: August 12, 1880 in Factoryville, PA us. Inducted as Player in 1936. (Voted by BBWAA on 205/226 ballots) Induction ceremony in Cooperstown held in 1939. View Christy Mathewson's Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos).
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Jan 12, 2023 · Learn about the life and death of Christy Mathewson, a Hall of Fame pitcher who joined the war effort in World War I and inhaled poison gas in France. Find out how his tuberculosis diagnosis and his own statements cast doubt on the gas exposure as a cause of his death.
Christopher Mathewson. Nickname: Matty. Born: 8/12/1880 in Factoryville, PA. College: Bucknell. Debut: 7/17/1900. Hall of Fame: 1936. Died: 10/07/1925. Relationship (s): brother of Henry Mathewson. Batting.
Learn about Christy Mathewson, one of the earliest role models and the first great pitching star of the modern era. He won 373 games with his famous fadeaway pitch and led the NL in ERA five times.
Jan 4, 2012 · Learn about the life and career of Christy Mathewson, the greatest pitcher of the Deadball Era and a college-educated hero. Read how he developed his famous fadeaway, won 373 games, and inspired many authors and fans.
Aug 8, 2024 · Learn about Christy Mathewson, one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history, who won two Triple Crowns and led the New York Giants to two World Series titles. Find out his career stats, awards, and personal life from Britannica's editors.
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