About
Spent parts of 22 seasons in the MLB, most notably with the New York Yankees in the 1930s.
Before Fame
He was involved in a terrible mine accident and lost four toes on his left foot as a child.
Trivia
He was a gifted batter and pitcher, hitting 36 home runs during his career.
Family Life
He and his wife Pauline had one son together named John.
Associated With
He played alongside Hall of Fame first baseman Lou Gehrig for several years with the New York Yankees.
