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Bill Carrick

1873 – 1932

American baseball player

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Lived 1873 – 1932 (aged 58). Bill Carrick was an American baseball player.

William Martin Carrick (September 5, 1873 – March 7, 1932) was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball. He was nicknamed Doughnut Bill.

Baseball career Listed at and , Carrick batted and threw right-handed. He played for the New York Giants and the Washington Senators in a span of five seasons from through .

Carrick's best pitch was the curveball. At one point during the 1901 season, he lost seventeen consecutive decisions.

Later years Following his major league career, Carrick continued to be active in professional ball in the minor leagues, while pitching for the Seattle Siwashes (1903), Toledo Mud Hens (1903), Fall River Indians (1905), Newark Sailors (1906–1907), and the New Haven Blues/New Haven Black Crows (1908/1909). He then managed for New Haven (renamed the Prairie Hens) in 1910.

Carrick died of heart disease at his home in the Frankford section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania at the age of 58. Carrick would be buried in his family plot in Adrian, Michigan.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Carrick?

American baseball player (1873-1932)

When was Bill Carrick born?

Bill Carrick was born on 5 September 1873 in Erie.

When did Bill Carrick die?

Bill Carrick died on 7 March 1932 in Philadelphia.

What was Bill Carrick's occupation?

Bill Carrick was a baseball player.

What nationality was Bill Carrick?

Bill Carrick was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Carrick

· Wikidata: Q4908423

· DBpedia: Bill Carrick

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