About Alex Metzler
Lived 1903 – 1973 (aged 70). Alex Metzler was an American baseball player.
Alexander Metzler (January 4, 1903 – November 30, 1973) was an American outfielder in Major League Baseball from 1925 to 1930. He played for the Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Athletics, Chicago White Sox, and St. Louis Browns.
In 560 games over six seasons, Metzler posted a .285 batting average (561-for-1968) with 290 runs, 85 doubles, 41 triples, 9 home runs, 206 RBI, 45 stolen bases, 260 bases on balls.374 on-base percentage and .384 slugging percentage. He finished his career with a .965 fielding percentage playing at all three outfield positions.
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Who was Alex Metzler?
baseball player (1903-1973)
When was Alex Metzler born?
Alex Metzler was born on 4 January 1903 in Fresno.
When did Alex Metzler die?
Alex Metzler died on 30 November 1973 in Fresno.
What was Alex Metzler's occupation?
Alex Metzler was a baseball player.
What nationality was Alex Metzler?
Alex Metzler was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alex Metzler. https://biography.guide/alex-metzler/
MLA: "Alex Metzler." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/alex-metzler/.
Chicago: "Alex Metzler." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/alex-metzler/.
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