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Henry Louis Gehrig Jr. (born Heinrich Ludwig Gehrig Jr. ⫽ ɡɛərɪɡ ⫽; [1] June 19, 1903 – June 2, 1941) was an American professional baseball first baseman who played 17 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the New York Yankees (1923–1939).
Apr 2, 2014 · Hall of Fame first baseman Lou Gehrig played for the New York Yankees in the 1920s and 1930s, setting the mark for consecutive games played. He died of ALS in 1941.
Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Lou Gehrig. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, draft status, bats, throws, school and more on Baseball-reference.com
Jun 15, 2024 · Lou Gehrig, one of the most durable players in American professional baseball and one of its great hitters. From June 1, 1925, to May 2, 1939, Gehrig appeared in 2,130 consecutive games, a record that stood until it was broken on September 6, 1995, by Cal Ripken, Jr.
Learn about the life and legacy of Lou Gehrig, the baseball legend who was diagnosed with ALS in 1939 and became the face of the disease. Find out how ALS is named after him and how MLB honors him every year.
Jun 2, 2016 · Lou Gehrig, known as the Iron Horse, suffered from the disease that now bears his name. Revisit his legacy.
Learn about Lou Gehrig, the legendary Yankee first baseman who played in 2,130 consecutive games and won the Triple Crown in 1934. Find out his stats, stories, awards and legacy in the Hall of Fame.
