Pete Gray

About

Speedy outfielder known for his ability to play baseball despite only having one arm; he played in 1945 for the St. Louis Browns.

Before Fame

He was right-handed but lost that arm to amputation after a truck accident when he was six years old.

Trivia

Pitchers found that they could get him out more easily with breaking pitches because he couldn't effectively adjust mid-swing with only one arm.

Family Life

He was born in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania.

Associated With

Run-producing shortstop Vern Stephens was his teammate on the Browns.