About Fred Smith
Lived 1886 – 1961 (aged 74). Fred Smith was an American baseball player.
Fred Vincent Smith (July 29, 1891 in Cleveland, Ohio – May 28, 1961 in Cleveland, Ohio) was an American infielder in Major League Baseball in the early 20th century. Smith played his first game on April 17, 1913, and played his final game on September 30, 1917. He was later the manager of the Hattiesburg, Mississippi based Hattiesburg Hubman minor league team during the 1923 season.
Smith's pro career began with three seasons for the minor league Peoria Distillers. His best season in the majors came in 1915, with 122 hits and a batting average of .244.
Fred's brother Charlie Smith was a pitcher for four MLB teams, winning 66 games.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fred Smith?
baseball infielder from the United States (1886-1961)
When was Fred Smith born?
Fred Smith was born on 29 July 1886 in Cleveland.
When did Fred Smith die?
Fred Smith died on 28 May 1961 in Cleveland.
What was Fred Smith's occupation?
Fred Smith was a baseball player.
What nationality was Fred Smith?
Fred Smith was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Fred Smith (infielder)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fred Smith. https://biography.guide/fred-smith-baseball-player/
MLA: "Fred Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fred-smith-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Fred Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fred-smith-baseball-player/.
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