Wednesday, 06 May 2026

    Grover Cleveland Alexander

    • Contest: The US Athletics Hall of Fame - Athletes 2026
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    • Sport(s): Baseball
    • Statistics & Accolades: 1 World Series Championship (1926)
      3 Triple Crowns (1986, 1987, 1989, 1990 & 1991)
      6 Wins Titles (1911, 1914, 1915, 1916, 1917 & 1920)
      4 ERA Titles (1915, 1916, 1919 & 1920)
      6 Strikeout Titles (1912, 1914, 1915, 1916, 1917 & 1920)
      373-208 Record
      2.56 ERA
      2,198 Strikeouts
      Member of the Baseball Hall of Fame
      Jersey retired by the Philadelphia Phillies
      Member of the Philadelphia Wall of Fame
      Member of the Chicago Cubs Wall of Fame
    • Grover Cleveland Alexander, nicknamed "Old Pete," was one of the most dominant and durable right-handed pitchers in baseball history. Over a 20-year career spent primarily with the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs, and St. Louis Cardinals, he amassed 373 victories, a mark that remains tied for the most in National League history. His peak from 1915 to 1917 was unprecedented; he averaged over 31 wins per season and set a Major League record with 16 shutouts in 1916. Known for his exceptional control on the mound, Alexander won three pitching Triple Crowns and led the league in ERA, wins, and strikeouts multiple times.

      As phenomenal as he was, Alexander had to overcome many obstacles to obtain them. After serving in France during World War I, where he suffered hearing loss and shell shock, Alexander battled epilepsy and alcoholism for the remainder of his life. Despite this, Alexander was able to compartmentalize his issues and deliver consistently on the diamond, to the point where he is regarded as one of the best hurlers the game has ever seen.

      We are proud to nominate Grover Cleveland Alexander for the United States Athletic Hall of Fame.
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