Cherokee Fisher

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Cherokee Fisher
Pitcher
Born: November, 1844
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Died: October 26, 1912 (aged 67)
New York, New York
Batted: Right Threw: Right
MLB debut
May 6, 1871
for the Rockford Forest Citys
Final game
 ?, 1878
for the Providence Grays
Career statistics
Pitching Record     57-84
Earned run average     2.83
Strikeouts     99
Teams
Career highlights and awards

Cherokee Fisher (born November ???, 1844 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - September 26, 1912), is a former professional baseball player who played pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1871-1878. Fisher would play for the Rockford Forest Citys, Baltimore Canaries, Hartford Dark Blues, Cincinnati Reds, Providence Grays, and the Athletic of Philadelphia.

Fisher was a major star from about 1867-1876 and was known for his blazing fastball on the field and his heavy drinking off it. After retiring he served for many years in the Chicago Fire Department.

[edit] Pitching stats

  • 141 Games
  • 57 Wins
  • 84 Losses
  • 99 Strikeouts
  • 2,83 ERA

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