Quotes by Chief Bender

About Chief Bender:

Charles Albert "Chief" Bender was a pitcher in Major League Baseball during the first two decades of the 20th century. In 1911, Bender tied a record by pitching three complete games in a single World Series. He finished his career with a win-loss record of 212-127, for a .625 winning percentage and a career 2.46 earned run average (ERA).
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Tension is the greatest curse in sport. I've never had any tension. You give the best you have - you win or lose. What's the difference if you give all you've got to give?

Chief Bender

I use fast curves, pitched overhand and sidearm, fastballs, high and inside, and an underhand fade away pitch with the hand almost down to the level of the knees.

Chief Bender

I do not want my name to be presented to the public as an Indian, but as a pitcher.

Chief Bender

Author Bio

  • NameChief Bender
  • DescriptionAmerican baseball player and coach
  • BornMay 5, 1884
  • DiedMay 22, 1954
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionSportsperson; Baseball Player