Doyle Alexander
Baseball pitcher, 1987 All-Star.
Born
September 4th, 1950
74 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball player, participated as a pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1971 to 1991. Played for teams including the Atlanta Braves, Detroit Tigers, and New York Yankees. Achieved an All-Star selection in 1987, representing the American League. Completed a notable career with a strong performance on the mound, accumulating over 150 wins. Contributed to multiple playoff teams, showcasing skills through many seasons in the league.
Selected as an All-Star in 1987
Recorded over 150 career wins
Played for the Atlanta Braves and Detroit Tigers
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