Henry Mathewson
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Henry Mathewson
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 3", Weight 175 lb.
- School Bucknell University
- Debut September 28, 1906
- Final Game May 4, 1907
- Born December 24, 1886 in Factoryville, PA USA
- Died July 1, 1917 in Factoryville, PA USA
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Brother of Christy Mathewson and distant cousin of Jack Billingham, Henry Mathewson pitched two seasons in the major leagues.
Mathewson had followed his brother to Bucknell University, where he attended in 1905-06. He appeared in the majors in 1906-07 at the ages of 19 and 20 years old. He was the youngest player in the league in 1907. Even though his brother was a big star, Henry didn't get much of a chance, pitching only 11 innings wherein he allowed 14 walks. He was sent to Wilmington in May 1907.
He also played for Savannah and Columbus.
Mathewson was tall and slim, at 6 ' 3 " and 175 lbs. He died young, at the age of 30.
