Honus Wagner
Honus Wagner: The Forgotten Legend of Baseball
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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John Peter "Honus" Wagner was born on February 24, 1874, in Tittsville, Pennsylvania. He is often referred to as the greatest shortstop in baseball history.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: February 24, 1874, Tittsville, Pennsylvania
Died: December 6, 1955
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession: Baseball player, Manager
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in a coal-mining town in western Pennsylvania, Wagner was the youngest of seven children. His family moved to Latrobe, where he developed a passion for baseball. He began his professional career at 17 with the Oil City Coalcrackers, then played for several other minor league teams before joining the Louisville Colonels.
Major Accomplishments
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Wagner is a five-time National League batting champion and holds the all-time record for most hits in a season (257).
He was a key member of the Pittsburgh Pirates' World Series championship team in 1909.
* Wagner was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936.
Notable Works or Actions
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Wagner's notable works and actions include his consistent performance at shortstop, which set the standard for future generations. He also holds a .328 career batting average, one of the highest in baseball history.
Impact and Legacy
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Wagner's impact on baseball cannot be overstated. He revolutionized the game with his innovative defensive play and exceptional hitting ability. His legacy extends beyond his impressive statistics; he paved the way for future generations of shortstops.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Wagner is widely quoted and remembered due to his incredible achievements on the field, which earned him a place in the Baseball Hall of Fame. His legacy continues to inspire baseball fans and players alike.
Quotes by Honus Wagner
I don’t want my picture in any cigarettes, but I also don’t want you to lose the ten dollars, so I’m enclosing my check for that sum.
In all my years of play, I never saw an ump deliberately make an unfair decision. They really called them as they saw ’em.
I never have been sick. I don’t even know what it means to be sick. I hear other players say they have a cold. I just don’t know what it would feel like to have a cold – I never had one.
I don't want my picture in any cigarettes, but I also don't want you to lose the ten dollars, so I'm enclosing my check for that sum.
I am honored to have John Lloyd called the Black Wagner. It is a privilege to have been compared with him.