Born November 25, 1914, in Martinez, California, was Baseball Hall of Fame Center Fielder Joe DiMaggio. This legend played his entire career in the MLB for the New York Yankees. During those thirteen seasons, he collected nine World Series rings, an All-Star selection every year he played (he missed three serving his country during WWII), two batting titles, and three MVPS. Known by many by his nicknames of "Joltin' Joe" and "The Yankee Clipper," his hitting streak of 56 consecutive games in 1941 is one of the most iconic records in sports history.
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Born November 25, 1914, in Martinez, California, was Baseball Hall of Fame Center Fielder Joe DiMaggio. This legend played his entire career in the MLB for the New York Yankees. During those thirteen seasons, he collected nine World Series rings, an All-Star selection every year he played (he missed three serving his country during WWII), two batting titles, and three MVPS.
Known by many by his nicknames of "Joltin' Joe" and "The Yankee Clipper," his hitting streak of 56 consecutive games in 1941 is one of the most iconic records in sports history.
Known by many by his nicknames of "Joltin' Joe" and "The Yankee Clipper," his hitting streak of 56 consecutive games in 1941 is one of the most iconic records in sports history.
1947 WS Game 6 - Al Gionfriddo robs Joe DiMaggio of homer video
10/5/47: Dodgers left fielder Al Gionfriddo makes an incredible catch to rob Joe DiMaggio of a game-tying home run in Game 6Check out http://MLB.com/video fo... — www.youtube.com
In the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 6 of the 1947 World Series, the score was tied 8-8 with two outs and runners on first and second for the New York Yankees. The tension was palpable as Joe DiMaggio, Yankee legend and "Joltin' Joe," stepped up to bat against Dodgers pitcher Joe Hatten.
DiMaggio launched a powerful line drive deep into left-center field. It seemed destined to be a game-changing extra-base hit, potentially putting the Yankees ahead and potentially changing the course of the Series.
However, Dodgers manager Burt Shotton had made a risky decision earlier in the inning, replacing regular left fielder Eddie Miksis with defensive specialist Al Gionfriddo. This gamble paid off in spectacular fashion.
Gionfriddo, known for his speed and acrobatic catches, sprinted back towards the outfield wall, tracking the ball's trajectory. With a leaping, one-handed grab, he snagged the ball just before it hit the ground, robbing DiMaggio of a potential homerun and securing the final out of the inning.
This iconic catch, often referred to as "The Catch," not only preserved the score and momentum for the Dodgers but also became a turning point in the Series. The Dodgers went on to win Game 6 and eventually the entire World Series, etching Gionfriddo's name in baseball history.
A Rare Moment in Baseball History
The brothers Joe, Vince and Dom DiMaggio play together for the first time, making up an outfield for an All-Star team in a West Coast charity game. — thisdayinbaseball.com
November 6, 1938, was a day of a first in baseball, even though the MLB season was long done. The very famous Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees finally got to play a game where his less-remembered brothers, Vince and Dom, were on his team. The siblings teamed up in a West Coast charity exhibition made of All-Stars from professional teams.
This Day in Baseball May 23
ThisDayInBaseball.com provides some great history for May 23: 1936 - Tony Lazzeri of New York hits 3 home runs in a double header.;1948 - Joe DiMaggio drill 3 HRs against Indians including 2 on Bob Feller.;1979 - Al Oliver of Texas hammer 3 HRs vs. Twins.
Baseball History on June 17 from Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on June 17, including every baseball player who was born on June 17, died on June 17, made their debut on June 17, and ended their big league career on June 17, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
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1941 - Joe DiMaggio is credited with a hit in his 30th consecutive game when an easy grounder to short bounces up and hits Luke Appling on the shoulder.
The DiMaggio Brothers
More than 350 sets of brothers have played in the major leagues, but the only three brothers to have been All-Stars are the DiMaggio’s, with a total of 18 selections... — www.baseballhistorycomesalive.com
An article that looks at the MLB careers of Joe DiMaggio and those of his siblings Dom DiMaggio and Vince DiMaggio
June 19 Baseball History
The Starting Nine column provides this June 19 tidbit:
1942- New York Yankee centerfielder Joe DiMaggio strikes out three times in one game. It was the first and only such occurrence in his 13-year career.
1942- New York Yankee centerfielder Joe DiMaggio strikes out three times in one game. It was the first and only such occurrence in his 13-year career.
Joe DiMaggio
The Authorized and Official Website of Joe DiMaggio. Biography, photographs, licensing and merchandise of Joltin Joe DiMaggio. Includes statistics, pictures, life story, Marilyn Monroe and marketing. — www.joedimaggio.com
Born November 25, 1914, in Martinez, California, was Joe DiMaggio. : The Official Site of Joe DiMaggio. The Yankee Clipper was a Baseball Hall of Fame, Center Fielder, Left Fielder, Right Fielder, and First Baseman wearing the Number 5 on the New York Yankees from 1937-51, for 12 seasons as he batted 0.325 for his career, had an On Base percentage of 0.579, with 361 career Home Runs. He is one of the most iconic names in MLB history. Jumpin' Joe is one of the Top Baseball Jersey Number 5s in History.
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