Grover Cleveland Alexander

Latest Update News About Alexander was born in Elba, Nebraska, one of thirteen children. He played semi-pro ball in his youth, signing his first professional contract at age 20 in 1907 for $50 per month. He had a good first season, but his career was almost ended when he was struck by a thrown ball while baserunning. This incident set his career back, but he had recovered by 1910, become a star pitcher again, and was sold to the Philadelphia Phillies for $750. Read Necxt