Wid Matthews

Played For
Philadelphia Athletics (1923)
Washington Senators (1924-1925)

Born
Wid Curry Matthews was born on October 20, 1896, in Raleigh, IL.

Died
October 5, 1965, Hollywood, CA

Batted:  Left
Threw:  Left

Primary Position:  OF

Primary Team:  WS1

Major League Debut
April 18, 1923

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Nicknames
Matty, Spark plug

Best Strength as a Player
Range in the outfield.

Largest Weakness as a Player
Throwing arm

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