Woodie Fryman
Baseball player and All-Star pitcher
Born
Died
2011
15 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual played as a professional baseball pitcher primarily in Major League Baseball during the 1960s and 1970s. Teams included the Cincinnati Reds, Philadelphia Phillies, and New York Mets. Acclaimed for a strong left-handed throwing arm, this player made significant contributions on the mound throughout a lengthy career. Fryman was selected as an All-Star in 1972 and participated in notable games, showcasing skills as a starting pitcher and reliever.
Selected as an All-Star in 1972
Played for the Cincinnati Reds
Played for the Philadelphia Phillies
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