MINTO SPORTS WALL OF FAME  Charlie Nichols
Charlie Nichols  ( 1913-1991 )

  • 1929 - Began baseball career with Fredericton Juniors

  • 1931-34  - Played Senior ball with Fredericton and established  himself as the premiere  pitcher in New Brunswick

  • 1935-39  -  Played with Minto Miners and completely dominated opposing batters, throwing no - hitters and regularly striking out more than 12 /game. On one occasion, Charlie struck out 18 and lost 4-3 .

  • 1939 - Invited to a tryout with Cincinnati Reds. He was offered a Minor League contract but opted to return to Minto.

  • 1990 -  Inducted into the New Brunswick Baseball Hall of Fame

  • 1991 -  Nominated for Induction in the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame

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