Al Gerheauser

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Given name: Albert Gerheauser
Nicknames: None
Primary Pos: Pitcher
Hght/Wght: 6'3" / 190 lbs
Bats/Throws: L / L
Born: Jun 24, 1917 in St. Louis, MO
Died: May 28, 1972 in Springfield, MO (54 years old)
Debut: Apr 24, 1943

Albert "Lefty" Gerheauser (June 24, 1917 – May 28, 1972) was an American professional baseball player who pitched in the Major Leagues for five seasons (1943-46 and 1948), for the Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Browns. He played in the minor leagues for eight seasons, mainly in the New York Yankees' system, before making the major leagues.

As of 2024, he was the last player who made his major league debut on Opening Day as a starting pitcher.