Duke Sedgwick

Duke Sedgwick was an American professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 1920s. Born in 1898, Sedgwick's career spanned from 1921 to 1923, during a period when Major League Baseball was evolving following the deadball era. He made his debut on July 12, 1921, and concluded his time in the big leagues on July 31, 1923. Throughout his career, Sedgwick compiled a record of 1-4, with a career earned run average (ERA) of 5.46. While Sedgwick's overall statistics may not reflect the dominance seen in some of his contemporaries, he contributed to his teams with a total of 25 strikeouts during his time on the mound. Operating in an era marked by significant change in the game, Sedgwick's role as a pitcher offered insights into the transitional phase of baseball in the post-deadball era. Although he did not achieve widespread acclaim, his journey through Major League Baseball remains a part of the rich tapestry of the sport's history.