Rube Waddell

Baseball player, 1905 World Series champion

Rube Waddell - Baseball player, 1905 World Series champion
Born

October 13th, 1876
149 years ago

Died

April 1st, 1914
111 years ago — 37 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A celebrated baseball pitcher, excelled in Major League Baseball during the early 1900s. Played primarily for the Philadelphia Athletics, achieving significant success on the mound. Recognized for remarkable strikeout ability and charismatic personality. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1953, reflecting remarkable talent and contributions to the sport. Most noted for performances during the 1905 World Series, leading the Athletics to victory. His career was characterized by both extraordinary skill and an unconventional lifestyle.

Won the 1905 World Series with the Philadelphia Athletics

Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1953

Led the league in strikeouts multiple times

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