About Hal Erickson
Lived 1919 – 2008 (aged 88). Hal Erickson was an American baseball player.
Early life Erickson was born in Portland, Oregon.
Career Erickson was a star pitcher with the 1950 Quebec Braves of the Can-Am League, posting a 20–4 record and leading the league in earned run average, strikeouts, and complete games.
Erickson was a 33-year-old rookie when he entered the majors with Detroit in 1953. In 18 relief appearances, he posted a 0–1 record with a 4.73 ERA and one save, giving up 23 runs (17 unearned) on 43 hits and 10 walks while striking out 19 in innings of work.
Death Erickson died in Ogden, Utah, at the age of 88.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hal Erickson?
American baseball player (1919–2008)
When was Hal Erickson born?
Hal Erickson was born on 17 July 1919 in Portland.
When did Hal Erickson die?
Hal Erickson died on 14 February 2008 in Ogden.
What was Hal Erickson's occupation?
Hal Erickson was a baseball player.
What nationality was Hal Erickson?
Hal Erickson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Hal Erickson (baseball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hal Erickson. https://biography.guide/hal-erickson/
MLA: "Hal Erickson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/hal-erickson/.
Chicago: "Hal Erickson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/hal-erickson/.
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