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Former Red Sox pitcher Ferriss dies at 94
- Updated: November 25, 2016
Former Red Sox right-hander Dave “Boo” Ferriss, who pitched six seasons in the Major Leagues for Boston from 1945-50, died on Thursday at age 94 at his home in Cleveland, Miss.
Ferriss was an All-Star in 1946 as a 24-year-old, when he helped pitch the Red Sox to the American League pennant. That season, he went 25-6 with a 3.25 ERA — including 13 straight wins at Fenway Park, tied for the Red Sox’s franchise record. He threw a shutout in Game 3 of the World Series against the Cardinals and had a no-decision in Boston’s loss in Game 7.
Ferris’ career ended …