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George Craig

1887 – 1911

American baseball player

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About George Craig

Lived 1887 – 1911 (aged 23). George Craig was an American baseball player.

George McCarthy Craig (November 15, 1887 – April 23, 1911), nicknamed "Lefty", was an American Major League Baseball pitcher. He played for the Philadelphia Athletics during the season. He was born in Philadelphia.

He appeared in just two games and posted a 10.80 earned run average without a decision in innings of work.

Craig died in Indianapolis, Indiana, at the age of 23 after being shot by a burglar.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Craig?

American baseball player (1887-1911)

When was George Craig born?

George Craig was born on 15 November 1887 in Philadelphia.

When did George Craig die?

George Craig died on 23 April 1911 in Indianapolis.

What was George Craig's occupation?

George Craig was a baseball player.

What nationality was George Craig?

George Craig was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Craig

· Wikidata: Q5538190

· DBpedia: George Craig (baseball)

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MLA: "George Craig." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-craig/.

Chicago: "George Craig." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-craig/.

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