Matt Alexander facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Matt Alexander |
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| Outfielder | |||
| Born: January 30, 1947 Shreveport, Louisiana, U.S. |
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| August 23, 1973, for the Chicago Cubs | |||
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| October 3, 1981, for the Pittsburgh Pirates | |||
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| Batting average | .214 | ||
| Runs scored | 111 | ||
| Stolen bases | 103 | ||
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Matthew Alexander (born January 30, 1947) is an American who used to play professional baseball. He was a special kind of player called a utility player in Major League Baseball (MLB). This means he could play many different positions on the field. He played for the Chicago Cubs, Oakland Athletics, and Pittsburgh Pirates. Matt Alexander holds a special record for being used as a pinch runner more than anyone else in MLB history.
Playing Baseball
Matt Alexander was known for his speed. His managers often used him as a pinch runner. A pinch runner is a player who comes into the game just to run the bases for another player. This usually happens when the player on base is slow or tired.
Matt the Scat
Because he was so fast, Matt Alexander earned the nickname "Matt the Scat." His manager, Chuck Tanner, loved to use him in important moments. Tanner brought Alexander to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1978.
Winning Teams
Matt Alexander helped his teams win big games. He was part of the Oakland Athletics team that won the American League West Division in 1975. Later, he helped the Pittsburgh Pirates win the 1979 World Series. This was a huge achievement in baseball.
Versatile Player
Alexander was a very flexible player. He could play almost any position on the field. During his career, he played every position except catcher and first base. This made him a valuable player for any team.
