Earl Webb
Baseball player with a hitting record
Born
Died
1965
61 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played in Major League Baseball from 1922 to 1930. Most recognized for his record-setting season in 1931, achieving 67 doubles, which remains the single-season record. Also contributed as a coach after his playing career. Played for teams including the Boston Red Sox and the Chicago White Sox, accumulating a career batting average of .273. His playing style and achievements left a lasting impression in the baseball community.
Set the single-season doubles record with 67
Played for the Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox
Served as a baseball coach after retirement
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