Henry Louis Gehrig (/ ˈ ɡ ɛər ɪ ɡ / GAIR-ig; [1] born June 19, 1903 – June 2, 1941), also known as Heinrich Ludwig Gehrig, was an American professional baseball first baseman who played 17 …

4 days ago · Lou Gehrig (born June 19, 1903, New York, New York, U.S.—died June 2, 1941, New York City) was one of the most durable players in American professional baseball and …

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Jun 21, 2022 · How Lou Gehrig Was Felled by the Mysterious Disease That Took His Name The baseball great exhibited an optimistic outlook as he sought to beat back the illness that robbed …

May 31, 2016 · Lou Gehrig on the Columbia University baseball team. His big break allegedly resulted from a team member’s headache. In 1923, Gehrig, then a sophomore at Columbia …

Mar 28, 2025 · Lou Gehrig was a celebrated baseball player known for his remarkable durability and record of 2,130 consecutive games played, earning him the nickname 'The Iron Horse'.

3 days ago · Lou Gehrig Day festivities planned at MLB stadiums across US. June 2 has double significance. It marks the day when Gehrig, affectionately known by fans as the Iron Horse …

Lou Gehrig was a legendary American baseball player who was voted the greatest first baseman of all time by the Baseball Writers' Association. He was a gifted athlete from his early years …

Jan 5, 2025 · Lou Gehrig, known as "The Iron Horse," is one of the most iconic and revered figures in Major League Baseball history. His career with the New York Yankees spanned 17 …

Jun 1, 2023 · • Gehrig is one of only 10 different players to win a batting Triple Crown since RBIs became an official statistic in 1920. And he's one of only four players during that time to win …