About Red Smith
Lived 1892 – 1970 (aged 78). Red Smith was an American baseball player.
Willard "Red" Jehu Smith (April 11, 1892 – July 17, 1970) was an American catcher in Major League Baseball who played over parts of two seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates. For his career, he compiled a .156 batting average (7-for-45) in 26 game appearances.
Smith was born in Logansport, Indiana and died in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 78.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Red Smith?
American baseball player (1892-1970)
When was Red Smith born?
Red Smith was born on 11 April 1892 in Logansport.
When did Red Smith die?
Red Smith died on 17 July 1970 in Bradenton.
What was Red Smith's occupation?
Red Smith was a baseball player.
What nationality was Red Smith?
Red Smith was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Red Smith (catcher)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Red Smith. https://biography.guide/red-smith/
MLA: "Red Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/red-smith/.
Chicago: "Red Smith." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/red-smith/.
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