William Leopold Hoffer (November 8, 1870 – July 21, 1959) was an American professional

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player. He was a right-handed

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over parts of six seasons (1895–1899, 1901) with the

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and Cleveland Blues. For his career, he compiled a 92–46 record in 161 appearances, with a 3.75

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and 314

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s. In 1901 he archived the dubious honor of being the losing pitcher in the American League's first game.''Glory Fades Away'', by Jerry Lansche, 1991, Taylor Publishing, In his rookie year, 1895, he compiled 31 wins (including a league-leading four shutouts) for the League-winning Orioles. He led the National League in Winning Percentage in 1895 and 1896. He was born and later died in

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, at the age of 88.

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