Joe Medwick

Baseball Player

Birthday November 24, 1911

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace New Jersey

DEATH DATE Mar 21, 1975 (63)

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About

More commonly known by his nickname 'Ducky', he retired after hitting .324 throughout his 18-year career.

Before Fame

He was named 'Ducky' by fans early in his career because he waddled when we walked.

Trivia

He was the last player to win the Triple Crown in the National League in 1937.

Family Life

He was married in 1936 and had a son, Joe Jr., and a daughter, Susan.

Associated With

He won a World Series title with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1934, playing alongside teammate and Hall of Fame pitcher Dizzy Dean.