Derek is the Yankee’s all time career leader in hits (3,465), doubles (544), games played (2,747), stolen bases (358), times on base (4,716), plate appearances (12,602), at bats (11,195). His accolades also include 14 all star awards, Five Gold Glove awards, Five Silver Slugger awards, Two Hank Aaron awards,
Whatever can be said for or against the general ability possessed by Jackson as a ballplayer, it must be admitted that he is one of the greatest natural hitters the game has ever had. He possesses a free swing of the bat, the full swing the fans like to see. With the Naps, the equivalent to five full seasons, the South Carolina Shoeless Wonder framed a battering average of .372 and the batting stunts pulled off by this rangy Southern lad will live long in the memories of the fans of old Cleveland. With the Chicago White Sox since the latter part of 1915, Jackson has been a factor in that team becoming a contender for the honors and finally landing a pennant.
Dizzy Dean, the top dog of the St. Louis Cardinals pitching staff during the 1930’s attracted baseball fans from all over the country. His overpowering fastball dominated the game. Dean was a feared pitcher in the National League, achieving four consecutive strikeout titles and he had four seasons where he had 20 or more wins. In his 17 years in the major leagues, he pitched a total of 1,967 innings and struck out 1,163 batters.
In Canada, Wayne Gretzky is revered as an iconic character and a hockey legend. He epitomizes the virtues of grit, modesty, and perseverance that Canadians cherish and embodies the finest of Canadian national identity. Gretzky is a representation of both Canada's passion for hockey and the value of the sport to the country's culture. The record-breaking career of Gretzky is evidence of his talent and commitment to the game.
Their record was 104-50, finishing 1st in the league (Contois 1). Dom had 169 hits that season, with seven home runs at the age of 29. The Red Sox went to the World Series, but lost to the Cardinals in 7 games (Wilson 1).Dom ended up playing for 7 more years until 1953. Dom was possibly the best defensive center fielder of his time, only comparable with his brother, Joe. (Wilson 1)
If you ask a baseball fan to name a player that really stood out to them, there is a good chance they would name one player. That player is Derek Jeter. Derek Jeter was a very popular baseball player throughout his career (1992-2014). Being an all-star shortstop for the New York Yankees he had a pretty eventful career. Derek Jeter was a special man in many baseball fan’s hearts, he was one of the best to play the game, he has a very interesting early life, professional career, and personal life.
Many people are known for sports like basketball,football,and soccer but not hockey but Wayne Gretzky changed all that. He is remembered for how he played and the practice and effort he put into his team. He has every single medal there is and broke every single record set by hockey star Gordon Howe. Wayne Gretzky is an innovative hockey player who created a new style of hockey, and he made a society for underprivileged youth to teach them how to play the game. Wayne Gretzky was called the greatest hockey player ever to live because he was smart and was a pinpoint passer.
"As long as I have fun playing, the stats will take care of themselves.” George Kenneth Griffey Jr. was unconventional in his youth but later made a great contribution to society. His contribution not only impacted society, but were also impacted by his unconventionally. From a near death experience too arguably one of the Best players to step on the diamond. Ken Griffey Jr. ranks among the most exciting players in baseball history.
Lavacca, Lawrence Mr. Bryant English 8A February 25, 2016 Derek Jeter's History and Influence on Baseball There it was, Derek Jeter's final at bat. The crowd was roaring, the score was five to five after the Yankees scored three runs. The pitcher was nervous to give up a run. The pitch came, and Jeter hit it to right field for a walk off single, scoring the winning run to end the game! This hit will forever be known by not only Yankee lovers, but Jeter lovers as well.
Have you ever wondered how Babe Ruth, Eminem, and Michael Jordan have affected our world? All of these people inspired other people to do good work and deeds. All of these players showed courage by trying their hardest, and they showed grit by being determined to achieve their goals. First, Babe Ruth impacted our world by inspiring and helping others. For example, “He lived in Mary’s Industrial School for Boys and was excellent at baseball.”
Zachary Mirza Mrs. Scherer English 227 10 December 2015 Mickey Mantle Mickey Mantle, also known as “The Mick”, was a very successful baseball player. Some of his greatest accomplishments include: four home run championship titles, a Triple Crown batting average award, and three Most-Valuable-Player (MVP) awards. However, Mickey Mantle’s humble beginnings and influential family lead him to a successful career in baseball . Mickey Mantle was born on October 20, 1931 in Spavinaw, Oklahoma to Lovell and Elven “Mutt” Mantle. Mutt was a famous baseball player himself.
Mickey Mantle was known for being one of the greatest baseball players of his time. Mickey was drafted to the Yankees in 1951, where he played his entire 18-year career. Although he was seen as a nice and humble man to some, he allowed his decisions to change his life. Even though Mickey Mantle was a kind man and a major influence to those who watched him play, he can be seen as a tragic hero because of his choices throughout and after his career with alcohol. His selfish choices also led to affecting the people around him in his life.
Mr. Ruth socially changed the world, sports no longer became just sports, and were now a social aspect of life. People who showed up and went to sports games were then a somebody. People from all over the US traveled to watch Mr. Ruth swing his bat and hope that he would hit a home run like he could and was known for. Babe Ruth socially changed the world and the game of baseball. Some even state that “Ruth is the greatest player in baseball history, having glamorized the sport with each record he set.”
This growth increased the number of hockey players in the country and also more competition to make the Olympic Team, which resulted in better American hockey players. Overall, the Miracle on Ice had a positive and needed impact on hockey in
One activity that has defiantly created a change in my life is ice hockey. I’ve been playing hockey since I was seven years old. I know that playing hockey has changed my life is because it’s taught me time management, responsibility, discipline, and physical conditioning. One way that hockey has changed my life is it’s made me manage my time better. Every week and weekend I usually have practice on Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
