Frank Withrow

Frank Blaine Withrow (Kid)

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 5' 11½", Weight 187 lb.

• Debut April 15, 1920
• Final Game September 27, 1922
• Born June 14, 1891 in Greenwood, MO USA
• Died September 5, 1966 in Omaha, NE USA

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Biographical Information

Frank Withrow was a catcher during two seasons in the majors as well as nine years in the minors. Most of his major league appearances were with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1920, for a team whose regular catcher was Mack Wheat, Zack Wheat's brother. Frank was the same age as teammate Casey Stengel.

Frank played in one of the highest-scoring games of all time (26-23) on August 25, 1922. He played part of the game for the Phillies, getting two hits and 3 RBI in their defeat against the Chicago Cubs.

He was the first major leaguer named Withrow, followed by Corky Withrow and Chris Withrow.

Related Sites

• Find-A-Grave Memorial for Frank Withrow