Story Published:
Nov 10, 2008 at 12:04 AM CST
Story Updated:
Nov 10, 2008 at 11:08 AM CST
WEST PLAINS, Mo. -- A legend has died. Elwin Charles Roe, better known as major league baseball pitcher "Preacher" Roe, died at age 92 on Sunday night after a battle with colon cancer.
The native of Ash Flat, Ark., was originally signed by the St. Louis Cardinals but only played one game as a Redbird before being traded.
Roe is best known for his time with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Playing along side Jackie Robinson and Duke Snyder in 1951, Roe was named Pitcher of the Year thanks to a record of 22-3.
He pitched in three World Series before retiring in 1954, when he moved to West Plains and bought a grocery store. Roe later became involved with numerous community associations including the West Plains Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club.
His legacy includes being elected to the Missouri, Arkansas and Dodger Halls of Fame.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
