Fothergill reported to the Tigers for spring training in 1921 and performed well, but there was no room for him in an outfield that included Ty Cobb, Harry Heilmann and Bobby Veach. Accordingly, he was released in early April 1921.
Fothergill joined the Tigers for spring training in 1921 and performed well but was ultimately let go from the team due to a crowded outfield that included Ty Cobb, Harry Heilmann, and Bobby Veach. He was released in early April 1921.