Joe Sewell

American baseball player, Hall of Famer

Joe Sewell - American baseball player, Hall of Famer
Born

October 9th, 1898
126 years ago

Died

1990
35 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former professional baseball player, achieved recognition as a shortstop in Major League Baseball. Played primarily for the Cleveland Indians from 1920 to 1933, gaining a reputation for exceptional hitting ability and contact skills. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977. His career batting average of .312 showcased his consistency at the plate, and he holds the record for the fewest strikeouts by a player with over 7,000 at-bats.

Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977

Achieved a career batting average of .312

Played for the Cleveland Indians from 1920 to 1933

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