Cy Twombly

Edwin Parker Twombly

• Bats Left, Throws Left
• Height 5' 10½", Weight 170 lb.
• School Lehigh University, Springfield College
• Debut June 25, 1921
• Final Game August 17, 1921
• Born June 15, 1897 in Groveland, MA USA
• Died December 3, 1974 in Savannah, GA USA

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Biographical Information

Cy Twombly was a key figure in Washington and Lee University athletics for over 50 years. He coached the swim team for 39 years, and also was golf coach. He played professional and semi-pro ball for 19 years. Source: Washington and Lee University Hall of Fame.

He achieved his major league victory on July 1, 1921 against the 1921 St. Louis Browns. George Sisler didn't get a hit against him.

His son, also named Cy Twombly (1928-2011) was one of the most important American painters of the second half of the 20th Century.

Related Sites

• Cy Twombly at the SABR Bio Project