Lefty Gomez
Baseball pitcher and Hall of Famer
Born
November 26th, 1908
116 years ago
Died
February 17th, 1989
36 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent baseball pitcher, played for the New York Yankees from 1930 to 1942. Achieved significant success in Major League Baseball, recognized for contributions to the Yankees' numerous championships during the 1930s and early 1940s. Selected to the All-Star team multiple times and won the American League MVP award in 1934. Contributed to the Yankees' winning five World Series titles and is remembered for his pitching prowess and charismatic personality.
Winning five World Series titles with the New York Yankees
Earning the American League MVP award in 1934
Being selected to multiple All-Star teams
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