Fred Waters

Fred Waters was a professional baseball pitcher whose career spanned the mid-1950s. Born in 1927, he made his Major League debut on September 20, 1955, and concluded his playing days on September 23, 1956. Waters played during a transitional period in baseball, just before the advent of the expansion era, when the game was beginning to see a shift in player dynamics and team strategies. Over his brief career, Waters compiled a record of 2-2 and maintained an impressive earned run average (ERA) of 2.89, showcasing his ability to limit runs and maintain competitiveness on the mound. He struck out 14 batters, reflecting his capacity to challenge hitters, even though he did not record any saves. While Waters may not have had a lengthy career, his contributions during the early stages of his professional journey have cemented his place in baseball history as a part of the rich tapestry of the sport during that era.