Waite Hoyt

Waite Hoyt was a dependable and durable pitcher who helped anchor the New York Yankees’ rotation during their rise to dominance in the 1920s. A right-hander with great poise and command, Hoyt played 21 seasons and is best known for his success with the Yankees during their first great era. He won 20 or more games three times and was especially dominant in the postseason, going 6–1 with a 1.83 ERA across seven World Series appearances.

Hoyt was a key part of the legendary 1927 Yankees, often considered the greatest team of all time. Known for his intelligence and sense of humor, he also became a celebrated broadcaster after his playing career. With 237 wins and over 200 complete games, Hoyt’s reliability on the mound and clutch October performances earned him a lasting place in baseball history. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1969.

Hoyt's Awards and Records

• 3× World Series Champion with the New York Yankees (1923, 1927, 1928)
• 6–1 record with 1.83 ERA in World Series play
• 3× 20-win seasons (1927, 1928, 1932)
• Known for durability and postseason excellence

MLB Records

• 6–1 career World Series record
• 83 career ERA in the World Series
• Led the American League in wins in 1927 with 22 victories
• One of only a few pitchers to win 20+ games for both the Yankees and Pirates

MLB Teams:

New York Giants (1918)
Boston Red Sox (1919–1920)
New York Yankees (1921–1930)
Detroit Tigers (1930–1931)
Philadelphia Athletics (1931)
Brooklyn Dodgers (1932)
New York Giants (1932)
Pittsburgh Pirates (1933–1937)
Brooklyn Dodgers (1937–1938)