Eddie Fisher, the former All-Star pitcher, passed away on Monday at the age of 88. Originally from Shreveport, Louisiana, Fisher grew up in Oklahoma and played college baseball before joining the Giants in 1958. Over a 15-year MLB career, he was known as a knuckleballer and recorded a career ERA of 3.41 with 85 wins and over 1500 innings pitched. Fisher had his standout season in 1965, making his lone All-Star appearance and helping the Orioles to a 1966 World Series win, although he did not pitch in the series itself.
Eddie Fisher, a former All-Star pitcher, passed away at 88, leaving behind a notable legacy in Major League Baseball.
Fisher was an exceptional knuckleballer whose best season in 1965 included a 2.40 ERA and an All-Star Game appearance.
Fisher's career spanned 15 years in the majors, concluding with a 3.41 ERA over more than 1500 innings pitched.
Although he didn't pitch in the World Series, Fisher was part of the Orioles team that won the championship in 1966.
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