Oct 7 Christy Mathewson, American Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher (World Series 1905, 21; Triple Crown 1905, 08; NL wins leader 1905, 07, 08, 10; 2 x no-hitters; NY Giants), dies of tuberculosis at 45 Aug 1925 Deaths in Sport by Year Nov 1925 Famous Sports Stars Baseball Players Basketball Stars Boxers Footballers NFL Stars Tennis Champions