Helmar Brewing Co

Biography

From the "This Great Game" card back: Few players are humble when they near the end of their playing career, but Joe has graciously handed the torch to young fly chaser Mickey Mantle in The Bronx. It’s been a few seasons since Joltin' Joe set the baseball world on fire, but he still draws cheers for his brilliant swing and leadership skills. In 1951 the 36 year old was an All-Star for the 13th time in 13 seasons, and more importantly he helped the Yanks to their third straight title.

Stats

Birth Date: November 25, 1914
Birth Location: Martinez, CA
Death Date: March 8, 1999
Death Location: Hollywood FL, USA
Weight: 193 lb
Height: 6 ft 2 in
Bats: R
Throws: R
Debut Date: May 3, 1936
Final Game Date: September 30, 1951
Years Played: 13
Games Played: 1,736
At Bats: 6,821
Runs: 1,390
Hits: 2,214
Doubles: 389
Triples: 131
Home Runs: 361
RBIs: 1,537
Stolen Bases: 30
Base on Balls: 790
Batting Average: 0.325
Position: Center Fielder