Bill Killefer Baseball player
William Killefer (October 10, 1887 – July 3, 1960), was an American professional baseball player, coach and manager who had a 48-year career in Major League Baseball. Killefer, who was nicknamed "Reindeer Bill" due to his speed afoot, played as a catcher for the St. Louis Browns, Philadelphia Phillies, and Chicago Cubs. He is remembered for being Hall of Fame pitcher Grover Cleveland Alexander's favorite catcher and, for being one of the finest defensive catchers of his era.
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Baseball player
Career start | September 13, 1909 |
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Career end | October 01, 1921 |
batting side | Right |
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throwing side | Right |