Mort Cooper
Baseball player, All-Star pitcher
Born
March 2nd, 1913
112 years ago
Died
November 17th, 1958
66 years ago — 45 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Debuted in Major League Baseball in 1938, Cooper played as a right-handed pitcher primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals. Achieved All-Star selection in 1942 and led the National League in wins in 1942 and 1943. Contributed significantly to the Cardinals' success during the early 1940s, including participation in the 1942 World Series championship team. His pitching prowess helped solidify his reputation in the league before retiring in 1945.
Selected as an All-Star in 1942
Led the National League in wins in 1942 and 1943
Part of the St. Louis Cardinals' 1942 World Series championship team
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