Detroit Tigers
In 1929, Alexander won the first base job with the Detroit Tigers, hitting .343, scoring 110 runs, and led the American League with 215 hits, and was among the league leaders with 83 extra base hits (second in AL), 363 total bases (second in AL), 137 RBIs (third in AL), 25 home runs (fifth in the AL), a .580 slugging percentage (fifth in the AL), 43 doubles (fifth in AL), and 15 triples (fourth in AL).
In 1930, Alexander had a .326 batting average, 20 home runs and 135 RBIs. In his first two Major League seasons, Alexander had 272 RBIs. The only player with more RBIs in his first two seasons was Joe DiMaggio.
In 1932, Alexander batted .250 in the first two months of the season.
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