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Vernon Louis "Lefty" Gomez (November 26, 1908 – February 17, 1989) was an American professional baseball player. A left-handed pitcher, Gomez played in Major League Baseball (MLB) between 1930 and 1943 for the New York Yankees and the Washington Senators. Gomez was a five-time World Series champion with the Yankees.
Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Lefty Gomez. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, draft status, bats, throws, school and more on Baseball-reference.com.
Jan 17, 2013 · Lefty Gomez made a lasting mark on baseball for two reasons. Not only was he one of the two or three finest pitchers of his generation, but he was probably the wittiest person ever to wear a major league uniform.
Vernon Louis Gomez, or "Lefty" as he'd come to be known, was far more talented than he'd ever give himself credit for. Famous for an overpowering fastball as he was for his razor-sharp wit, Gomez's lighthearted nature belied a ferocious desire to win.
Lefty Gomez, the Major League Baseball player, was born on Thursday, November 26, 1908, in Rodeo, California. Gomez was 21 years old when he broke into the major leagues on April 29, 1930, with the New York Yankees. Lefty Gomez stats, height, weight, career totals, schools, positions, and more historical research are in the Baseball Almanac.
A Baseball Hall of Fame legend distinguished by his competitive nature, quick wit, and generous spirit, Lefty Gomez was truly one of a kind. Told for the first time, this is his remarkable story.
Lefty Gomez threw the first pitch in All-Star Game history on July 6, 1933. After Gomez’s three-inning introduction to the Midsummer Classic, Babe Ruth’s second appearance at the plate resulted in the first-ever All-Star Game home run, bringing home Charlie Gehringer.
