About Don Grate Memorabilia & Collectibles
About Don Grate:
Don Grate (full name: Donald Grate; Buckeye) played pitcher from 1945 until 1946 for the Philadelphia Phillies. He played for the Phillies from 1945 - 1946. Over 2 seasons, he started 2 games, won 1 games, struck out 8 batters, and had a 9.37 ERA. Born on August 27, 1923 in Greenfield, OH, Grate stands 6' 2" and weighs 180 lb. He attended Greenfield (Greenfield, OH) high school. His debut was on July 6, 1945 and he played his final game on September 28, 1946. Common misspellings of his name include Buckeye dave Don Donald Grate.