Jan 13, 2025 · Grover Cleveland Alexander, born on February 26, 1887, in Elba, Nebraska, is one of the most celebrated pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) history. Known for his pinpoint control, durability, and unwavering poise, Alexander enjoyed a remarkable career that spanned from 1911 to 1930.

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Dec 12, 2014 · In 1915, Alexander helped lead the Phillies to a 7-game margin of victory over the Boston Braves for the franchise’ first National League Pennant, advancing them into the World Series against...

Grover Cleveland Alexander (February 26, 1887 – November 4, 1950), nicknamed "Old Pete" and "Alexander the Great", was an American Major League Baseball pitcher. He played from 1911 through 1930 for the Philadelphia Phillies , Chicago Cubs , and St. Louis Cardinals .

Grover Alexander Bio. Fullname: Grover Cleveland Alexander; Nickname: Old Pete; Born: 2/26/1887 in Elba, NE; High School: Saint Paul, Saint Paul, NE; Debut: 4/15/1911; Hall of Fame: 1938; Died: 11/04/1950

Jan 18, 2009 · 1938: Grover Cleveland Alexander was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. His 90 shutouts put him second on the career list to Walter Johnson and his 16 shutouts in 1916 is still the major...

When Grover Cleveland Alexander retired in 1930, he saw his name at the top of the "Games Won" column in the National league record book. A recount eventually added one more win to Christy Mathewson's lifetime total to leave them tied at 373.

Grover Cleveland "Pete" Alexander, often referred to simply as "Pete," was one of the most accomplished pitchers in the history of Major League Baseball. Born on February 26, 1887, in Elba, Nebraska, Alexander's journey to baseball greatness began …

Alexander was traded back to the Phillies, but his glory days were clearly over. For the first time in the pitcher's career, he had more losses than wins. Alexander officially was released by the club on June 3, 1930, bringing his major-league career to a sad end.

Circa 1910-19 Grover Cleveland Alexander and Eddie Shore, by Paul Thompson The starting pitchers for the opening game of the 1915 World Series, at Baker Bowl in Philadelphia. On left is Eddie Shore, the Boston Red Sox pitcher, not the Boston Bruins hockey star.