Tony Mullane
Baseball pitcher with multiple teams
Born
1859
166 years ago
Died
April 25th, 1944
81 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An Irish-American baseball player active in the late 19th century. Played primarily as a pitcher and debuted in Major League Baseball in 1881. Represented several teams during a career spanning over a decade, including the Detroit Wolverines, St. Louis Browns, and Cincinnati Reds. Notably achieved a unique accomplishment of being a left-handed pitcher who threw with both hands. Recorded over 200 wins during his career and was recognized for his durability and skill on the mound. Concluded professional playing career in 1894.
Recorded over 200 career wins in MLB
Pitched for the Detroit Wolverines in 1887
Led the league in strikeouts in 1884
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