 Induction
Information
Elected to Hall of Fame by Baseball Writers in 1964, Player -
189 votes on 225 ballots - 84%Born: April 2, 1907, in
High Point, North Carolina
Died: January 3, 1991, in Cumming, Georgia
ML Debut: 9/10/1930
Primary Position: Shortstop
Bats: R Throws: R Primary Uniform #: 4
Played For: Chicago White Sox (1930-1943, 1945-1950)
Managed: Kansas City A's (1967)
Awards: All-Star (7): 1936, 1939-1941, 1943, 1946-1947
Bio
Holding down the White Sox shortstop position during his 20-year
career, Luke Appling proved to be a consistent fielder, solid
lead-off hitter and fan favorite. As a lead-off batter, he was known
for his ability to intentionally foul-off pitches until receiving
the pitch he wanted for a base hit. He twice captured the American
League batting title, finished with a .310 lifetime average and a
career total of 2,749 hits. The seven-time All-Star selection was
also selected as the White Sox greatest player by the Chicago fans.
Quote
"Few were better or more deadly with two strikes than Appling. He
just waited for the pitch he wanted and lashed into it."
— sportswriter Arthur Daley
Did You Know... that Luke Appling never reached the
post-season in 20 seasons with the Chicago White Sox? |
