About
Four-time All-Star who played for 16 years and hit 382 lifetime home runs. He stood at 6 feet 7 inches tall. He coached the New York Yankees for multiple years.
Before Fame
He starred in basketball for Ohio State University and was drafted by the Philadelphia Warriors of the NBA.
Trivia
He wore jersey number 9 for the Washington Senators but gave his number to Hall of Famer Ted Williams after becoming the manager.
Family Life
He married Donna Howard in 1960.
Associated With
He shares the nickname "Hondo" with legendary actor John Wayne.
