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Gregory Eugene Gross (born August 1, 1952 in York, Pennsylvania), is a former professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues from 1973-1989, playing for the Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros, and Philadelphia Phillies. He is currently the hitting coach of the Phillies.
Gross was best known for his clutch pinch-hits as a Phillie, and holds the Phillies career record in pinch hits with 117. He also ranks fifth on Major League Baseball's all-time list in career pinch hits with 143.
Born in York, Pennsylvania, Gross graduated from Red Land High School in Lewisberry.