Herb Pennock
In the Yankees first World Series Championship in 1923, Herb Pennock won Game 2, saved Game 4, and won the clinching Game 6 on one day rest.
Read More > Willie McCovey
Willie McCovey was a six-time All Star and won the Rookie of the Year Award in 1959, and the NL MVP and All Star MVP Awards in 1969.
Read More >Nap Lajoie
Nap Lajoie won 5 batting crowns including four in a row from 1901-1904. His .426 average in 1901 capped the 20th century’s first Triple Crown.
Read More >Tony LaRussa
Tony LaRussa was inducted into the Hall in 2014 then returned to manage in 2021; his teams have won six pennants and three World Series.
Read More >Connie Mack
Connie Mack holds the MLB record for most wins by a manager. John McGraw is 2nd and would need to be undefeated for 6+ years to match him.
Read More >Reggie Jackson
“Mr. October” Reggie Jackson appeared in the post season 10X in a 12 year span, hitting 18 homers and 48 RBI in 281 career post season at bats.
Read More >George Kell
A 10-time All Star and ’49 batting champion, George Kell struck out only 287 times in 6,702 at bats. He also announced for the Tigers for 37 years.
Read More >Rickey Henderson
Known as “The Man of Steal”, Rickey Henderson holds the MLB career records for stolen bases, runs scored, unintentional walks and leadoff homers.
Read More >Whitey Herzog
A player, scout, general manager, coach, and farm system director, Whitey Herzog gained Hall of Fame recognition as a manager.
Read More >Waite Hoyt
Waite Hoyt is the only member of the Baseball Hall of Fame to play in both the American and National Leagues before he was old enough to vote.
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