Ross Grimsley
After several seasons in the minor leagues, southpaw Ross Grimsley finally pitched in the big leagues for the Chicago White Sox in 1959 at the age of 29. He appeared in just seven games, all in relief, and never played in the majors again. His son, Ross II, was a pitcher for 11 seasons, winning 20 games for Montreal in 1978.
Played For
Chicago White Sox (1951)
Minor League Experience
Grimsley played winter ball in Cuba, Mexico, and South America.
Where He Played
Pitcher
Born
Ross Albert I Grimsley was born on June 4, 1922, in Americus, KS.
Died
February 6, 1994, Memphis, TN
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Primary Position: P
Primary Team: CHA
Major League Debut
September 3, 1951
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Related Players
Ross Grimsley was his son, also a lefty, and won 124 games in the major leagues.
| Hall of Fame Voting |
| Year |
Election |
Votes |
Pct |
| 1988 |
BBWAA |
0 |
% |
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