About Willie Mitchell
Lived 1889 – 1973 (aged 83). Willie Mitchell was an American baseball player.
William Mitchell (December 1, 1889 – November 23, 1973) born in Pleasant Grove, Mississippi, was an American pitcher for the Cleveland Naps/Indians (-) and Detroit Tigers (-).
In 11 seasons, he had an 84–92 record in 276 games pitched with 93 complete games, 16 shutouts, 4 saves, 1632 innings pitched, 605 walks allowed, 921 strikeouts, 75 hit batsmen, 48 wild pitches and a 2.88 ERA. He was the first pitcher to strike out Babe Ruth which happened at Fenway Park.
He died in Sardis, Mississippi, at the age of 83.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Willie Mitchell?
American baseball player (1889-1973)
When was Willie Mitchell born?
Willie Mitchell was born on 1 December 1889 in Pleasant Grove.
When did Willie Mitchell die?
Willie Mitchell died on 23 November 1973 in Sardis.
What was Willie Mitchell's occupation?
Willie Mitchell was a baseball player.
What nationality was Willie Mitchell?
Willie Mitchell was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Willie Mitchell (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Mitchell. https://biography.guide/willie-mitchell-baseball-player/
MLA: "Willie Mitchell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-mitchell-baseball-player/.
Chicago: "Willie Mitchell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-mitchell-baseball-player/.
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