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Day: January 30, 1917

Pitcher Grover Cleveland Alexander announces he is ready to retire from professional baseball
This Day In Baseball

Pitcher Grover Cleveland Alexander announces he is ready to retire from professional baseball

ByTom January 30, 1917January 28, 2024

1917 – Pitcher Grover Cleveland Alexander announces he is ready to retire from professional baseball and join a semipro team if his salary demands are not met. Alexander wants a three-year contract at $15,000 per year.

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