Alexander McCrae (2 January 1920 – 8 October 2009) was a Scottish footballer, who played for Hearts, Charlton Athletic, Middlesbrough and Falkirk during his career.
Eventually, he was recalled alongside Mannion, where he showed his pace, accurate passing and sublime ball skills.
After scoring 16 goals in the 1949–50 season, including the winner in a home 1–0 victory over Newcastle United on Boxing Day, he became a fans favourite.
[3] As of 2009, he was the last player to score 20 goals in a season for Middlesbrough while playing in the top division of the English football league system.
[1] After retiring from playing, he became Middlesbrough's scout in Scotland, where he recommended future legend Jim Platt to the club.