Fred Mitchell
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Frederick Francis Mitchell born Frederick Francis Yapp
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Weight 185 lb.
- Debut April 27, 1901
- Final Game June 15, 1913
- Born June 5, 1878 in Cambridge, MA USA
- Died October 13, 1970 in Newton, MA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Fred Mitchell, known primarily as the manager for the pennant-winning 1918 Cubs, played seven years in the majors. He was primarily a pitcher, but came back in 1910 to be a catcher in 62 games.
After his playing career ended, Fred Mitchell was a Boston Braves coach from 1914 to 1916. He went on to manage the Chicago Cubs from 1917 to 1920, winning a pennant in 1918, and piloted the Braves from 1921 to 1923. He then moved to Harvard University where he coached until 1939.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 1 (1903)
- NL Pennants: 1 (1918)
| Preceded by Joe Tinker | Chicago Cubs Manager 1917-1920 | Succeeded by Johnny Evers |
| Preceded by George Stallings | Boston Braves Manager 1921-1923 | Succeeded by Dave Bancroft |
