Ed Seward

Edward William Seward
born Edward William Sourhardt

• Bats Unknown, Throws Right
• Height 5' 7", Weight 175 lb.

• Debut September 30, 1885
• Final Game June 8, 1891
• Born June 29, 1867 in Cleveland, OH USA
• Died July 30, 1947 in Cleveland, OH USA

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Biographical Information

Ed Seward, who pitched six years in the majors, had a nice year in 1888 when he was second in the American Association in both victories and ERA.

In 1891 he was part of a team that toured Cuba. He played outfield. He was also a National League umpire in 1892 and 1893.

Notable Achievements

• AA Strikeouts Leader (1888)
• AA Shutouts Leader (1888)
• 20 Wins Seasons: 3 (1887-1889)
• 30 Wins Seasons: 1 (1888)
• 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 3 (1887-1889)
• 300 Innings Pitched Seasons: 3 (1887-1889)
• 400 Innings Pitched Seasons: 2 (1887 & 1888)
• 500 Innings Pitched Seasons: 1 (1888)
• 200 Strikeouts Seasons: 1 (1888)