Lou Gehrig

Lou Gehrig, known as the "Iron Horse," was one of baseball’s most beloved and durable figures. Playing his entire career with the New York Yankees (1923–1939), Gehrig became a symbol of strength and humility.

A powerful left-handed hitter, he posted a lifetime .340 batting average, hit 493 home runs, and drove in 1,995 runs. Gehrig won two MVP awards and was a seven-time All-Star. His 2,130 consecutive games played streak stood as a record for decades and earned him national admiration.

Gehrig’s career was tragically cut short by ALS, a disease that now bears his name. His farewell speech in 1939 remains one of the most emotional moments in sports history.

Inducted into the Hall of Fame the same year via special election, Lou Gehrig is remembered not just for his stats but for his character and grace.

Gehrig's Awards and Records

• 7× All-Star (1933–1939)
• 6× World Series champion (1927, 1928, 1932, 1936–1938)
• 2× AL MVP (1927, 1936)
• Triple Crown (1934)
• AL batting champion (1934)
• 3× AL home run leader (1931, 1934, 1936)
• 5× AL RBI leader (1927, 1928, 1930, 1931, 1934)
• Hit 4 home runs in one game on June 3, 1932
• New York Yankees No. 4 retired
• Monument Park honoree

MLB Records

MLB Teams:

New York Yankees (1923–1939)

Numbers Worn:
4

MLB Stats

Games Played
2,164
At Bats
8,001
Runs Scored
1,888
Hits
2,721
Home Runs
493
Runs Batted In (RBI)
1,995
Batting Average
.340
On-Base % (OBP)
.447
Slugging % (SLG)
.632
Stolen Bases
102
Walks (BB)
1,508
Strikeouts (SO)
790