About Tom Catterson
Lived 1884 – 1920 (aged 35). Tom Catterson was an American baseball player.
Thomas Henry Catterson (August 25, 1884 – February 5, 1920) was an American professional baseball player "TomCat" who played outfield from 1908 to 1909 for the Brooklyn Superbas. He graduated in 1905 with a business degree from Villanova University and was their star pitcher, having gained fame in defeating Georgetown University in a key playoff game in 1905. His wife Mary Conroy Catterson was from the "Giant Conroy" family so famous in Maine sports.
He died from flu at his home in Portland, Maine on February 5, 1920.
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Who was Tom Catterson?
American baseball player (1884–1920)
When was Tom Catterson born?
Tom Catterson was born on 25 August 1884 in Warwick.
When did Tom Catterson die?
Tom Catterson died on 5 February 1920 in Portland.
What was Tom Catterson's occupation?
Tom Catterson was a baseball player.
What nationality was Tom Catterson?
Tom Catterson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tom Catterson. https://biography.guide/tom-catterson/
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