Wingo Charlie Anderson (August 13, 1886 – December 19, 1950) was a

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, Anderson had a listed weight of 150 pounds. Although Anderson pitched professionally for several seasons in the minor leagues, appearing for teams such as the

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and the Tyler Elbertas, he spent only one season in the major leagues. As a member of the Cincinnati Reds in 1910, he started two games and appeared in five more as a reliever, compiling a 4.67

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in 17⅓ innings pitched. He also collected one hit in five at-bats.

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