Steve Gromek
Baseball player and All-Star pitcher
Born
January 15th, 1920
105 years ago
Died
2002
23 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American baseball player played as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. Teams included the Cleveland Indians and Detroit Tigers. Best seasons occurred during the 1950s, contributing significantly as a starter. Accomplished in various games, showcased skills in both wins and losses, earning recognition as an All-Star in 1954.
Selected as an All-Star in 1954
Played for the Cleveland Indians
Played for the Detroit Tigers
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