Rogers Hornsby

Rogers Hornsby, known as "The Rajah," is considered one of the greatest hitters in baseball history. Playing primarily as a second baseman from 1915 to 1937, Hornsby dazzled with his exceptional batting skills, winning seven National League batting titles.

He posted a career batting average of .358, the second-highest in MLB history. Hornsby was a two-time MVP and led the league in batting average, home runs, and RBIs during his famous 1922 Triple Crown season.

Known for his intense dedication to the game, he rarely watched movies or read newspapers, believing distractions hurt his performance. Hornsby also served as a player-manager, guiding teams like the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs.

His impact on baseball remains profound, both as a fierce competitor and a legendary figure in hitting excellence. Hornsby was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1942, cementing his place among the all-time greats.

Hornsby's Awards and Records

• World Series champion (1926)
• 2× NL MVP (1925, 1929)
• 2× Triple Crown (1922, 1925)
• 7× NL batting champion (1920–1925, 1928)
• 2× NL home run leader (1922, 1925)
• 4× NL RBI leader (1920–1922, 1925)
• Name honored by St. Louis Cardinals
• Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame
• Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame
• Major League Baseball All-Century Team
• Major League Baseball All-Time Team

MLB Records

• Highest Single-Season Batting Average – .424 in 1924 (still the NL record)
• Second-Highest Career Batting Average in MLB History
• Only Player to Hit .400 or Better in Three Different Seasons (NL)
• First National League Player to Win Two Triple Crowns

MLB Teams:
As Player

St. Louis Cardinals (1915–1926, 1933)
New York Giants (1927)
Boston Braves (1928)
Chicago Cubs (1929–1932)
St. Louis Browns (1933–1937)

Number Worn:

09

MLB Stats

Seasons:
23
Games Played:
2,259
Hits:
2,930
Batting Average:
.358
Home Runs:
301
RBIs:
1,584
Runs Scored:
1,579
Doubles:
541
Triples:
169
On-Base Percentage:
.434
Slugging Percentage:
.577