Steve Gromek (full name: Stephen Joseph Gromek; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1941 until 1957 for the Cleveland Indians and Detroit Tigers. He played for the Indians from 1941 - 1953 and Tigers from 1953 - 1957. Over 17 seasons, he started 225 games, won 123 games, struck out 904 batters, and had a 3.41 ERA. Born on January 15, 1920 in Hamtramck, MI, Gromek stood 6' 2" and weighed 180 lb. He attended St. Ladislaus (Hamtramck, MI) high school. His debut was on August 18, 1941 and he played his final game on July 25, 1957. Over his career, Gromek made $18,000. Common misspellings of his name include Stephen Joseph Steve Gromek.