Russ Christopher
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Russell Ormand Christopher
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 3½", Weight 180 lb.
- Debut April 14, 1942
- Final Game October 1, 1948
- Born September 12, 1917 in Richmond, CA USA
- Died December 5, 1954 in Richmond, CA USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Russ Christopher died at 37 of Rheumatic Heart Disease.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- AL All-Star (1945)
- AL Saves Leader (1948)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 2 (1944 & 1945)
- Won a World Series with the Cleveland Indians in 1948
