Ellis Kinder

Baseball player for Boston Red Sox

Ellis Kinder - Baseball player for Boston Red Sox
Born

July 26th, 1914
111 years ago

Died

October 16th, 1968
57 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional baseball player with a primary focus on pitching. Played in Major League Baseball from 1945 to 1953, representing teams including the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox. Achieved significant success as a starting pitcher, contributing to the performance of his teams during his career. Notably played a crucial role in the pitching rotation for the Red Sox during multiple seasons, demonstrating consistency on the mound.

Played for the Boston Red Sox

Contributed to the team's pitching success

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