Joe DiMaggio(1914-1999)

Joe DiMaggio was a noted American baseball player. He played for the New York Yankees.

In 1953, DiMaggio was nominated for the Baseball Hall of Fame. In 1955, he was finally selected for the Baseball Hall of fame. In 1969, he was voted as the greatest living player. In 1936, DiMaggio started his career by battling for Lou Gehrig. In 13 years, DiMaggio gave outstanding hits and bagged 13 titles for Yankees. He also became the first player to earn US$100,00 in a year.

His unbreakable record ‘the 56-game hitting steak (May 15-July 16, 1941)’ brought considerable fame to his career. A three-time MVP winner and 13-time All-Star, Joe DiMaggio helped Yankees win nine world championships and 10 pennants. He was also named as the League’s Most Valuable Player.

He made a habit of giving a hit quite often. People gave great regard to his high spirit. During the time of his retirement, he was the fifth player who had maximum home runs.