Austin McHenry

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Austin McHenry dies from a brain tumor at age 27

Death

 

On November 27, 1922 — St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Austin McHenry dies from a brain tumor at age 27. After hitting .350 with 17 home runs and 110 RBI in 1921, McHenry became ill during the past season and was hitting .303 when forced to quit.

 

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