Cliff Fannin

Clifford Bryson Fannin
(Mule)

• Bats Left, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 170 lb.

• Debut September 2, 1945
• Final Game September 27, 1952
• Born May 13, 1924 in Louisa, KY USA
• Died December 11, 1966 in Sandusky, OH USA

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Biographical Information

Cliff Fannin was signed by the St. Louis Browns in 1942 and then spent his entire major league career, from 1945 to 1952, with the Browns. He is unfortunately most famous for a game in which the Browns lost 29-4. Fanning gave up 8 runs in 2 innings against the Boston Red Sox, and Ted Williams scored 8 runs in the game.

He also played in Cuba. He played in the Pacific Coast League after his major league days and later was a salesman. He died young at age 42.

Notable Achievements

• 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 1 (1948)