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Sallee Shines: Reds Pitcher Dominates 1919 Season

11/9/2025

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Harry 'Slim' Sallee, pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds, posted a 21-7 record and a 2.06 ERA in 1919.
He struck out 24 batters over 227.2 innings.
Sallee issued 20 walks and completed 22 games.
The Reds' rotation also featured Dutch Ruether, Hod Eller, and Ray Fisher.
In the World Series, Sallee posted a 1.35 ERA over 13.1 innings.

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Story summary

Harry 'Slim' Sallee, pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds, posted a 21-7 record and a 2.06 ERA in 1919.
He struck out 24 batters over 227.2 innings.
Sallee issued 20 walks and completed 22 games.
The Reds' rotation also featured Dutch Ruether, Hod Eller, and Ray Fisher.
In the World Series, Sallee posted a 1.35 ERA over 13.1 innings.