Michael James 'George "Elbows" McFadden' Crotty (September 16, 1874 – August 30, 1948) was a lightweight boxer, active between 1894 and 1908.
Though never a champion himself, during his career he met three of the division's greatest fighters, Joe Gans, who he defeated (K.O.
Of his 97 recorded bouts, McFadden won 45, lost 12, and drew 21, with 25 of his victories coming by way of knockout.
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