Paul Derringer Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Paul Derringer Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Paul Derringer:

Paul Derringer (full name: Samuel Paul Derringer; Duke and Oom Paul) played pitcher from 1932 until 1945 for the St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds and Chicago Cubs. He played for the Cardinals from 1932 - 1933, Reds from 1933 - 1942 and Cubs from 1943 - 1945. Over 15 seasons, he started 445 games, won 223 games, struck out 1507 batters, and had a 3.46 ERA. Born on October 17, 1906 in Springfield, KY, Derringer stood 6' 3" and weighed 205 lb. He attended Springfield (Springfield, KY) high school. His debut was on April 16, 1931 and he played his final game on September 27, 1945. Over his career, Derringer made $29,000. Common misspellings of his name include Duke Oom Samuel Paul poison Derringer.