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Charlie Gehringer
Inducted:
1949
Player Details
Stats
5-11, 180lb (180cm, 81kg)
Born:
May 11, 1903
Fowlerville, Michigan, U.S.
Died:
January 21, 1993
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, U.S.
Position:
Second baseman
College:
University of Michigan
Charlie Gehringer spent 19 seasons (1924–1942) with the Detroit Tigers, earning his nickname for his unwavering consistency at the plate and in the field. A .320 career hitter, he collected 2,839 hits, 184 home runs, and 1,427 RBIs across 2,323 games. Gehringer led the league in doubles (574) and runs (1,775), while posting a sterling .404 on-base and .884 OPS.
He earned six All-Star selections (1933–1938), won the American League MVP in 1937 after hitting .371, and helped lead the Tigers to the 1935 World Series title. Regarded as one of the best fielding second basemen ever, he ranked among the all-time leaders in assists and double plays at his retirement.
Gehringer was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1949, and his No. 2 jersey was retired by the Tigers in 1983.
Gehringer's Awards and Records
- 6× All-Star (1933–1938)
- World Series champion (1935)
- AL MVP (1937)
- AL batting champion (1937)
- AL stolen base leader (1929)
- Detroit Tigers No. 2 retired
MLB Records
- Highest All‑Star batting average (.500) in first six All‑Star Games
- Two seasons with 50 doubles (1934 and 1936)
- Led AL in runs scored, hits, doubles, and triples in 1929, the last player to lead in all four categories post‑1929
- Seven seasons scoring 120+ runs (1929–30, 1934–38)
- Led AL in doubles in back‐to‐back seasons (1934–35)
- One of six players to record 60 doubles in a season (1936)
- Led AL second basemen in assists and double plays multiple times; career total 7,068 assists—second all‑time for the position
- Played at least 150 games, hit .300+ with .400+ OBP, OPS .500+
MLB Teams
Detroit Tigers (1924–1942)
Number Worn
2
MLB Stats
Games Played:
2,323
Hits:
2,839
Home Runs:
184
Runs Batted In:
1,427
Runs Scored:
1,775
Batting Average:
.320
On-Base Percentage (OBP):
.404
OPS:
.884
Chick Hafey
Inducted:
1971
Player Details
6-0, 185lb (183cm, 83kg)
Born:
February 12, 1903
Berkeley, California, U.S.
Died:
July 2, 1973
Calistoga, California, U.S.
Position:
Outfielder
College:
NA
Charles “Chick” Hafey (February 12, 1903 – July 2, 1973) was a smooth-swinging left fielder whose bat guided championship teams for over a decade. Though plagued by persistent vision and sinus issues, he maintained a sterling .317 career average across his time with St. Louis and Cincinnati. Renowned for crisp contact hitting and clutch timing, Hafey won the National League batting crown in 1931 by the slimmest of margins—earning his hit in the final at-bat.
He also starred for two World Series champions and earned a place in history as the first-ever hitter in an All-Star Game, driving in that inaugural hit in 1933. Despite health challenges that plagued much of his career, his consistent production, power, and resolve secured his election to the Hall of Fame in 1971. Known for playing with glasses when few did, he left behind a legacy of resilience, offensive flair, and underrated greatness.
Hafey's Awards and Records
- All-Star (1933)
- 2× World Series champion (1926, 1931)
- NL batting champion (1931)
- Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame
MLB Records
- First player to record a hit in an All-Star Game (1933)
- NL Batting Champion in 1931 (.349 average) — won by just .0002
- Led NL in slugging percentage in 1927 (.590)
- Tied NL record with 10 consecutive hits in 1929
- Hit for the cycle on August 16, 1930
- One of few players to win a batting title while wearing eyeglasses
MLB Teams:
St. Louis Cardinals (1924–1931)
Cincinnati Reds (1932–1935, 1937)
MLB Stats
Games Played:
1,283
Hits:
1,466
Batting Average:
.317
Home Runs:
164
Runs Batted In:
833
Runs Scored:
777
Doubles:
341
Triples:
67
Stolen Bases:
70
On-Base Percentage (OBP):
.372
Slugging Percentage (SLG):
.526
OPS:
.898
Chief Bender
Inducted:
1953
Player Details
Born:
May 5, 1884
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, U.S.
Died:
May 22, 1954
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Position:
Pitcher
College:
Dickinson College
Charles Albert “Chief” Bender (1884–1954) was one of baseball’s first dominant pitchers and among the game’s earliest stars. A member of the Ojibwa Nation, he starred at Carlisle before joining the Philadelphia Athletics in 1903.
Known for his mental acuity and pioneering the slider, Bender won 212 games with a career 2.46 ERA across 3,017 innings. He helped lead the A’s to three World Series titles (1910, 1911, 1913), threw a no-hitter in 1910, and tied the record by pitching three complete games in the 1911 Fall Classic. After his playing career, he coached, managed, and scouted through the 1940s.
Selected to the Hall of Fame in 1953, Bender's legacy lies in his clutch postseason performance, trailblazing pitching style, and role as one of baseball’s first standout Native American athletes.
Bender's Awards and Records
- 3× World Series champion (1910, 1911, 1913)
- Pitched a no-hitter on May 12, 1910
- Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame
- Athletics Hall of Fame
- No-hitter thrown – May 12, 1910
- Led AL in winning percentage – 1910 (23–5), 1911, 1914
- Led AL in saves – 1906 and 1913
- First slider pitch – Credited as inventor of the “nickel curve”
- Baseball Hall of Fame, Class of 1953
MLB Teams
Philadelphia Athletics (1903–1914)
Baltimore Terrapins (1915)
Philadelphia Phillies (1916–1917)
Chicago White Sox (1925)
Career Stats
Win–Loss Record:
212–127
Earned Run Average:
2.46
Strikeouts:
1,711
Innings Pitched:
3,017
WHIP:
1.11
Games Played:
459
Complete Games:
334
Shutouts:
40
Christy Mathewson
Inducted:
1936
Player Stats
Born:
August 12, 1880
Factoryville, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died:
October 7, 1925
Saranac Lake, New York, U.S.
Position:
Pitcher
Christy Mathewson was one of baseball’s greatest pitchers and a true sportsman of his era. Playing 17 seasons (1900–1916), mostly with the New York Giants, he dominated the game with his precision, control, and signature "fadeaway" pitch, now known as a screwball. Mathewson won 373 games, tying for third-most in MLB history, and posted a career 2.13 ERA, one of the lowest ever among elite pitchers.
A two-time World Series champion, Mathewson's legendary 1905 postseason performance—three complete-game shutouts—remains one of the greatest in baseball history. He led the National League in ERA five times and in wins four times, solidifying his place as one of the sport’s first true superstars.
As one of the first five players inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936, Mathewson's legacy endures as both a dominant pitcher and a role model for fair play.
Mathewson's Awards and Records
- 2× World Series champion (1905, 1921)
- 2× Triple Crown (1905, 1908)
- 4× NL wins leader (1905, 1907, 1908, 1910)
- 5× NL ERA leader (1905, 1908, 1909, 1911, 1913)
- 5× NL strikeout leader (1903–1905, 1907, 1908)
- Pitched two no-hitters
- Name honored by the Giants
- Major League Baseball All-Century Team
MLB Teams
New York Giants (1900–1916)
Cincinnati Reds (1916)
MLB Stats
Seasons:
17
Games Played:
636
Wins:
373
Losses:
188
Earned Run Average (ERA):
2.13
Strikeouts:
2,507
Shutouts:
79
Clark Griffith
Inducted:
1946
Personal Details
5-6, 156lb (168cm, 70kg)
Born:
November 20, 1869
Clear Creek, Missouri, U.S.
Died:
October 27, 1955
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Position:
Pitcher
Executive
Manager
Owner
College:
Illinois State University
Clark Griffith had one of the most diverse and influential careers in baseball history—succeeding as a player, manager, and long-time team owner. As a pitcher, Griffith won 237 games across 20 seasons, earning a reputation for guile and durability during the dead-ball era.
He was a founding player in the American League and helped the Chicago White Sox capture the AL’s first pennant in 1901. Griffith transitioned into managing with equal success, leading teams like the Highlanders and Senators before becoming owner of the Washington Senators in 1920. Under his leadership, the Senators won the 1924 World Series. Known as “The Old Fox,” Griffith was deeply respected for his baseball acumen and commitment to player development.
He played a pivotal role in shaping the early American League and the future of Washington baseball.
He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1946.
Griffith's Awards and Records
- MLB ERA leader (1898)
- Washington Nationals Ring of Honor
- Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame
- Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame (1946 – Veterans Committee)
- 237 career wins as a pitcher
- Founding member of the American League
- Managed and later owned the Washington Senators
- Led White Sox to 1901 AL pennant (manager)
- Won 20+ games 7 times
- Owner of 1924 World Series Champion Senators
- Nicknamed “The Old Fox” for his strategy and leadership
- Active in MLB for over 60 years as player, manager, and owner
- Helped integrate Latin American scouting into the majors
MLB Teams:
As Manager
Chicago White Stockings (1901–1902)
New York Highlanders (1903–1908)
Cincinnati Reds (1909–1911)
Washington Senators (1912–1920)
As Owner
Washington Senators (1920–1955)
MLB Stats
Seasons (Pitcher):
20 (1891–1914)
Games Pitched:
453
Wins–Losses:
237–146
ERA:
3.31
Strikeouts:
1,068
Complete Games:
297
Shutouts:
20
Winning Percentage:
.619
Connie Mack
Inducted:
1937
Managerial Stats
Born:
December 22, 1862
East Brookfield, Massachusetts, U.S.
Died:
February 8, 1956
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Position:
Manager
Connie Mack was one of the most influential figures in baseball history, serving as a manager for 50 seasons and owning the Philadelphia Athletics for decades. Known for his gentlemanly demeanor and tactical brilliance, he managed the Athletics from 1901 to 1950, winning five World Series titles and nine American League pennants.
His leadership helped shape modern baseball strategy and player development.
Before his legendary managerial career, Mack played as a catcher from 1886 to 1896, but his true legacy lies in coaching and team building. He was instrumental in developing stars like Jimmie Foxx and Lefty Grove, guiding the Athletics through eras of both dominance and financial struggles.
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937, he remains the winningest manager in MLB history.
Mack's Awards and Records
- 5× World Series champion (1910, 1911, 1913, 1929, 1930)
- Most managerial wins, losses and games managed in major league history
- Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame
- Athletics Hall of Fame
MLB Teams
Pittsburgh Pirates (1894–1896)
Philadelphia Athletics (1901–1950)
MLB Stats
Seasons Managed:
50
Games Managed:
7,755
Wins:
3,731
Losses:
3,948
Winning Percentage:
.486
World Series Titles:
5
AL Pennants:
9
Cool Papa Bell
Inducted:
1974
Player Details
6-0, 155lb (183cm, 70kg)
Born:
May 17, 1903
Starkville, Mississippi, U.S.
Died:
March 7, 1991
St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Position:
Center fielder
Pitcher
College:
NA
James “Cool Papa” Bell (1903–1991) was one of the fastest and most electrifying outfielders in baseball history, excelling in the Negro Leagues during an era of racial segregation. Known for his blazing speed and remarkable base-stealing ability, Bell could turn routine hits into extra bases and routinely disrupt opposing pitchers with his aggressive baserunning.
He spent most of his career with the St. Louis Stars and the Pittsburgh Crawfords, earning a reputation for defensive brilliance and clutch hitting. Bell’s combination of speed, vision, and consistency made him a legend among peers and fans alike, with many considering him the fastest man ever to play professional baseball.
Over his career, he maintained a high batting average and stole hundreds of bases while providing exceptional defense in center field. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974, Cool Papa Bell’s legacy as one of baseball’s most thrilling players remains unmatched.
Bell's Award and Record:
- Negro Leagues All-Star multiple times
- Known as one of the fastest players in baseball history
- Key contributor to multiple Negro National League pennants
- Exceptional defensive outfielder with game-changing speed
MLB Records:
- Recognized as arguably the fastest man to ever play professional baseball
- Legendary base-stealing prowess with hundreds of stolen bases
- Outstanding center fielder who turned defense into offense
- Helped elevate the popularity and credibility of Negro League baseball
Career Teams:
St. Louis Stars (1922–1929)
Chicago American Giants (1929)
St. Louis Stars (1930–1931)
Pittsburgh Crawfords (1932)
Kansas City Monarchs (1932)
Detroit Wolves (1932)
Homestead Grays (1932)
Pittsburgh Crawfords (1933–1937)
Chicago American Giants (1942)
Homestead Grays (1943–1946)
Number Worn:
15
Career Stats:
Seasons:
1922–1946
Games Played:
742
Batting average:
.325
Hits:
1,548
Home runs:
57
Runs batted in:
596
Win–loss record:
20–15
Earned run average:
4.53
Strikeouts:
146
Cy Young
Inducted:
1937
Player Stats
6-2, 210lb (188cm, 95kg)
Born:
March 29, 1867
Gilmore, Ohio, U.S.
Died:
November 4, 1955
Newcomerstown, Ohio, U.S.
Position:
Pitcher
Cy Young stands as one of the most iconic figures in baseball history. Over a 22-season career (1890–1911), Young dominated the mound with incredible durability, control, and consistency. He pitched for teams like the Cleveland Spiders, St. Louis Perfectos, Boston Americans (now Red Sox), and the Cleveland Naps. Young set records that still stand over a century later, including most career wins—a staggering 511.
Young’s impact extended beyond the stat sheet. He was the winning pitcher in the first-ever World Series game in 1903 and threw the first perfect game under modern rules in 1904. Revered for his sportsmanship and endurance, Young became the gold standard for pitchers, which is why MLB named its top pitching award—the Cy Young Award—in his honor.
He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937, among the first class of inductees.
Young's Awards and Records
- World Series champion (1903)
- Triple Crown (1901)
- 5× Wins leader (1892, 1895, 1901–1903)
- 2× ERA leader (1892, 1901)
- 2× Strikeout leader (1896, 1901)
- Pitched a perfect game on May 5, 1904
- Pitched three no-hitters (1897, 1904, 1908)
- Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame
- Cleveland Guardians Hall of Fame
- Major League Baseball All-Century Team
MLB records
- 511 career wins
- 7,356 career innings pitched
- 815 career games started
- 749 career complete games
- 251⁄3 consecutive hitless innings pitched
MLB Teams
Cleveland Spiders (1890–1898)
St. Louis Perfectos / Cardinals (1899–1900)
Boston Americans / Red Sox (1901–1908)
Cleveland Naps (1909–1911)
Boston Rustlers (1911)
MLB Stats
Seasons Played:
22 (1890–1911)
Games Played:
906
Games Started:
815
Complete Games:
749
Shutouts:
76
Wins:
511
Losses:
315
Earned Run Average (ERA):
2.63
Strikeouts:
2,803
Walks:
1,217
Innings Pitched:
7,356
WHIP (Walks + Hits per Inning Pitched):
~1.13
Dan Brouthers
Inducted:
1945
Personal Details
Stats:
6-2, 207lb (188cm, 93kg)
Born:
May 8, 1858
Sylvan Lake, New York, U.S.
Died:
August 2, 1932
East Orange, New Jersey, U.S.
Position:
First baseman
College:
NA
Dan Brouthers was one of the most dominant hitters of baseball’s early years. Playing from 1879 to 1904, Brouthers established himself as a consistent power hitter during the Dead-Ball Era.
Standing over 6 feet tall, he used his size and strength to lead the league in batting average five times and capture multiple home run titles — a rare feat in his day.
Known for his sharp eye at the plate, he was often among league leaders in both batting average and on-base percentage.
Brouthers was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1945 for his outstanding contributions to the game and remains one of the best hitters of the 19th century.
Brouthers's Awards and Records
- 5× National League Batting Champion (1882, 1883, 1886, 1887, 1891)
- 2× National League Home Run Leader (1882, 1883)
- 2× NL RBI leader (1883, 1892)
- Lifetime batting average of .342 ranks among the highest in MLB history
- Hall of Fame Inductee (1945, by the Veterans Committee)
- Helped popularize the power-hitting style during baseball’s early development
- Consistently ranked among league leaders in hits, runs, and total bases during his prime
MLB Teams:
Troy Trojans (1879–1880)
Buffalo Bisons (1881–1885)
Detroit Wolverines (1886–1888)
Boston Beaneaters (1889)
Boston Reds (1890–1891)
Brooklyn Grooms (1892–1893)
Baltimore Orioles (1894–1895)
Louisville Colonels (1895)
Philadelphia Phillies (1896)
New York Giants (1904)
MLB Stats
Games Played
1,676
Career Batting Average:
.342
Home Runs:
106
Runs Batted In (RBI):
1,296
Runs Scored:
1,529
Hits:
2,296
At Bats
6,726
On-Base Percentage (OBP):
.423
Slugging Percentage:
.519
Stolen Bases:
257
Dave Bancroft
Inducted:
1971
Player Details
5-9, 160lb (175cm, 72kg)
Born:
April 20, 1891
Sioux City, Iowa, U.S.
Died:
October 9, 1972
Superior, Wisconsin, U.S.
Position:
Shortstop
Manager
College:
NA
David James “Beauty” Bancroft (April 20, 1891 – October 9, 1972) was a brilliant shortstop whose sharp defensive instincts and steady bat made him one of the most respected players of his era. Over 16 seasons in the majors from 1915 to 1930, he combined sure hands, quick reflexes, and exceptional range to anchor infields for championship teams. Bancroft helped lead his clubs to multiple pennants and was a key contributor to back-to-back World Series titles in 1921 and 1922.
Known for his durability, he set the single-season record for most chances handled by a shortstop with 984 in 1922, a mark that still stands. A switch-hitter with a .279 career average and over 2,000 hits, he also brought leadership and intensity to every game. After his playing days, he remained active in baseball as a manager. In 1971, his outstanding contributions to the sport earned him a place in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.
Bancroft's Awards and Records
- 2× World Series champion (1921, 1922)
- Led NL in putouts 4 times, assists 3 times, and fielding percentage once
- Collected 2,004 career hits as a primarily defensive-focused player
- Played in over 1,800 career games, starting at shortstop for 15 seasons
MLB Records
- Most chances handled by a shortstop in a single season — 984 (1922)
- One of only a few shortstops to handle 900+ chances in multiple seasons
- Recognized for combining switch-hitting ability with exceptional fielding skills
MLB Teams:
As player
Philadelphia Phillies (1915–1920)
New York Giants (1920–1923)
Boston Braves (1924–1927)
Brooklyn Robins (1928–1929)
New York Giants (1930)
As manager
Boston Braves (1924–1927)
MLB Stats
Seasons:
16 (1915–1930)
Batting Average:
.279
Hits:
2,004
Home Runs:
32
Runs Batted In:
591
Runs Scored:
1,048
Stolen Bases:
145
On-Base Percentage:
.355
OPS:
.714
Managerial record:
249–363
Winning (%):
.406
Dazzy Vance
Inducted:
1955
Player Details
6-2, 200lb (188cm, 90kg)
Born:
March 4, 1891
Orient, Iowa, U.S.
Died:
February 16, 1961
Homosassa Springs, Florida, U.S.
Position:
Catcher
College:
NA
Dazzy Vance was the premier strikeout pitcher of the 1920s and one of baseball’s most dominant arms during his prime. After years of bouncing around the minors, Vance didn’t become a full-time big leaguer until age 31 — but once he did, he dominated. Pitching mostly for the Brooklyn Robins (later Dodgers), he led the National League in strikeouts for seven straight seasons (1922–1928).
In 1924, he won the NL MVP Award with 28 wins, 2.16 ERA, and 262 strikeouts — the only pitcher in the league to top 200 that year. Vance baffled hitters with his overpowering fastball and deceptive delivery, averaging over 200 strikeouts a season at a time when few pitchers reached even half that.
He finished his career with 197 wins, over 2,000 strikeouts, and a well-earned place among the game’s legends. Vance was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1955.
D.Vance's Awards and Records
- World Series champion (1934)
- NL MVP (1924)
- Triple Crown (1924)
- 2× MLB wins leader (1924, 1925)
- 3× NL ERA leader (1924, 1928, 1930)
- 7× NL strikeout leader (1922–1928)
- Pitched a no-hitter on September 13, 1925
MLB Records
- Led the National League in strikeouts for 7 consecutive seasons
- Only pitcher in the 1920s to have multiple 200+ strikeout seasons
- First National League pitcher to strike out 200+ batters in 3 or more seasons
- Won the NL pitching Triple Crown in 1924
- Only Hall of Fame pitcher to debut after age 30 and record 2,000+ strikeouts
MLB Teams:
As player
Pittsburgh Pirates (1915)
New York Yankees (1915, 1918)
Brooklyn Robins / Dodgers (1922–1932)
St. Louis Cardinals (1933)
Cincinnati Reds (1934)
St. Louis Cardinals (1934)
Brooklyn Dodgers (1935)
MLB Stats
Seasons:
16 (1915, 1918, 1922–1935)
Games Pitched:
442
Games Started:
349
Win–Loss Record:
197–140
ERA:
3.24
Strikeouts:
2,045
Innings Pitched:
2,966
Complete Games:
204
Shutouts:
33
WHIP:
1.30
Dizzy Dean
Inducted:
1953
Player Details
Born:
January 16, 1910
Lucas, Arkansas, U.S.
Died:
July 17, 1974
Reno, Nevada, U.S.
Position:
Pitcher
College:
NA
Dizzy Dean was a larger-than-life pitcher who dominated baseball in the 1930s with both talent and personality. The ace of the St. Louis Cardinals’ “Gashouse Gang,” Dean won 30 games in 1934—still the last National League pitcher to reach that mark.
That same year, he led the Cardinals to a World Series title and earned NL MVP honors. From 1932 to 1936, Dean was nearly untouchable, leading the league in strikeouts four straight seasons. His career was shortened by a toe injury that altered his mechanics, but he still posted 150 wins in just eight full seasons.
Off the field, his Southern charm and wit made him a beloved broadcaster. Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1953, Dean remains a symbol of flair, dominance, and enduring popularity in baseball lore.
Dean 's Awards and Records
- 4× All-Star (1934–1937)
- World Series champion (1934)
- NL MVP (1934)
- 2× MLB wins leader (1934, 1935)
- 4× MLB strikeout leader (1932–1935)
- Louis Cardinals No. 17 retired
- Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame
MLB Records
- Last NL pitcher to win 30 games in a season: 30–7 record in 1934
- Modern-era single-game strikeout record: 17 in 1933
- 4× seasons with 20+ wins, including 30-win season
- Led NL in complete games (4×), games played (2×), innings pitched (3×)
- Pitched record six complete games within 14 days in 1934 stretch
- Last remaining 30-game winner in NL history
MLB Teams
St. Louis Cardinals (1930, 1932–1937)
Chicago Cubs (1938–1941)
St. Louis Browns (1947)
Number worn
17
Career Stats
MLB Seasons:
12 (1930–1947)
Win–Loss Record:
150–83
ERA:
3.02
Strikeouts:
1,163
Games Pitched:
317
Games Started:
230
Complete Games:
154
Shutouts:
26
Innings Pitched:
1,967.1
Earl Averill
Inducted:
1975
Player Details
5-9, 172lb (175cm, 78kg)
Born:
May 21, 1902
Snohomish, Washington, U.S.
Died:
August 16, 1983
Everett, Washington, U.S.
Position:
Center fielder
College:
NA
Earl Averill, born August 21, 1902, in Snohomish, Washington, was one of the premier center fielders of his era. Playing primarily for the Cleveland Indians from 1929 to 1941, Averill combined power, consistency, and defensive excellence in one complete package. A seven-time All-Star, he hit .318 over his 16-year career and amassed 2,019 hits, 238 home runs, and 1,224 RBIs.
Averill led the American League in triples twice and was known for his strong throwing arm and reliable fielding in center field. He played a key role in the Indians’ success during the 1930s, helping them compete at a high level in the league. Renowned for his professionalism, leadership, and clutch hitting, Averill earned the respect of teammates, opponents, and fans alike.
His remarkable career and impact on the game were recognized with induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1975.
Averill's Awards and Records:
- 7× All-Star (1933–1939)
- American League triples leader: 2 times
- 2× AL leader in total bases
- Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame
MLB Records:
- Averill hit .318 over his 16-year career
- Integral to the Indians’ competitive teams of the 1930s
- Amassed over 2,000 hits and 1,200 RBIs while playing primarily for one team
- Recognized for exceptional center field defense and a strong throwing arm
MLB Teams:
Cleveland Indians (1929–1939)
Detroit Tigers (1939–1940)
Boston Braves (1941)
Number Worn:
3
MLB Stats:
MLB Career:
1929–1941, 1943
Batting Average:
.318
Hits:
2,019
Home Runs:
238
Runs Batted In (RBI):
1,164
Runs Scored:
1,154
Triples:
136
All-Star Selections:
7
Earl Weaver
Inducted:
1996
Coach Stats
Born:
August 14, 1930
St. Louis, Missouri
Position:
Coach
Weaver's Awards and Records
- World Series champion (1970)
- Baltimore Orioles No. 4 retired
- Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame
MLB Teams
Baltimore Orioles (1968–1982, 1985–1986)
MLB Stats
Seasons:
17
Games Managed:
2,540
Managerial Record:
1,480–1,060
Winning %:
.583
World Series Appearances:
4
Earle Combs
Inducted:
1970
Player Details
6-0, 185lb (183cm, 83kg)
Born:
May 14, 1899
Pebworth, Kentucky, U.S.
Died:
July 21, 1976
Richmond, Kentucky, U.S.
Position:
Center fielder
College:
Eastern Kentucky University
Earle Combs was the steady leadoff hitter and center fielder for the legendary New York Yankees teams of the 1920s and early 1930s. Known for his speed, line-drive hitting, and defensive range, Combs set the table for the powerhouse “Murderers’ Row” lineup. Debuting in 1924, he became a fixture at the top of the order, posting a career batting average of .325 and recording four seasons with over 200 hits.
Combs led the American League in triples three times and runs scored once, while helping the Yankees capture three World Series championships. His consistency and ability to reach base made him a key contributor during one of baseball’s most dominant eras. A six-time .300 hitter, Combs’ career was cut short by injury in 1935, but his impact on the game was lasting. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1970.
Combs's Awards and Records
- 3× World Series Champion (1927, 1928, 1932)
- Led AL in triples three times (1927, 1928, 1930)
- Led AL in runs scored (1931)
- Four seasons with 200+ hits
- Career .356 postseason batting average
MLB Records
- Recorded 231 hits in 1927, still among the highest single-season totals in Yankees history
- Member of the 1927 Yankees, considered one of the greatest teams in MLB history
- Four seasons with 200+ hits, all while serving as leadoff hitter
- Scored 100 or more runs in eight consecutive seasons (1925–1932)
MLB Teams:
New York Yankees (1924–1935)
Number Worn:
1
MLB Stats
Seasons:
1924–1935
Games Played:
1,455
Batting Average:
.325
Hits:
1,866
Home Runs:
58
RBIs:
633
Runs:
1,186
Doubles:
309
Triples:
154
Stolen Bases:
98
On-Base Percentage:
.397
Slugging Percentage:
.462
OPS:
.859
World Series Titles:
3 (1927, 1928, 1932)
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MLB Hall of Fame
The MLB Hall of Fame is a revered institution dedicated to honoring the greatest contributions to baseball. Located in Cooperstown, New York, it serves as a shrine to the game's rich history and the legendary players who have left an indelible mark on the field. Each year, the Hall of Fame holds an induction ceremony that celebrates the newest members of its prestigious ranks, commonly referred to as the Hall of Fame class.
These ceremonies are significant events in the baseball calendar, drawing fans, players, and media worldwide to witness the acknowledgment of baseball's finest. The inductees are celebrated for their remarkable career achievements, which include outstanding statistics, memorable performances, and contributions that have shaped the game. The Hall recognizes players, managers, umpires, and contributors who have significantly impacted the sport.
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Visitors to the Hall can explore exhibits featuring historical contributions from various eras of baseball, showcasing memorabilia, photographs, and artifacts that tell the game's story. From famous inductees like Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson to the more recent stars, the Hall preserves the legacy of these athletes, allowing future generations to appreciate their greatness.
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Ultimately, the MLB Hall of Fame celebrates excellence in baseball, a place where the past is remembered and the future is inspired. It is a vital part of baseball culture, ensuring that the stories of its greatest players are never forgotten and continue to resonate with fans worldwide.
