In 1966, the slight, soft-spoken Virginian teamed with second baseman Bill Mazeroski
for a ML-record 215 double plays. A mediocre hitter, Alley was a good bunter, and
an excellent hit-and-run man. He won Gold Gloves in 1966 and '67. A 1967 shoulder
injury reduced his effectiveness and along with knee problems caused him to consider
early retirement several times. He persevered through 1973.
(JCA)
FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»August 5, 1971: The Pirates power to a 7–2 win at Montreal, but lose 3B Jose Pagan when his arm is fractured by a pitch in the 5th by Strohmeyer. He will return to be a World Series hero. Pagan, Willie Stargell and Al Oliver homer for the Bucs and Gene Alley adds two triples.
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