Mullen / Detroit Tigers

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Description (Brief):

Right handed pitcher George Mullen (1880-1944) had five 20 win seasons for the Detroit Tigers between 1902-1913. During his tenure, the Tigers, led by star outfielder Ty Cobb, made three World Series appearances, all losses. In 1913 Mullen spent a brief time with the Washington Senators before finishing his career in the International and Federal Leagues.

Description (Brief)

The pitcher, with a lifetime record of 228-196 and an earned run average of 2.82, was known for his stamina, and ranks amongst the all-time leaders in complete games. An excellent hitter for his position, Mullen batted .262 for his career.

Date Made: ca 1910

Referenced: Detroit TigersMaker: American Tobacco Company

Location: Currently not on view

Web Subject: SportsName Of Sport: BaseballLevel Of Sport: Professional

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Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1996.0213.108Accession Number: 1996.0213Catalog Number: 1996.0213.108

Object Name: button, baseballbuttonpin

Physical Description: metal (overall material)Measurements: overall: 1 in; x 2.54 cmoverall: 3/4 in; 1.905 cm

Metadata Usage: CC0

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a5-0591-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_1432311

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