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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.
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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.
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.
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 Bio. Fullname: Vernon Louis Gomez; Nickname: Goofy; Born: 11/26/1908 in Rodeo, CA; High School: Richmond, Richmond, CA; Debut: 4/29/1930; Hall of Fame: 1972; Died: 2/17/1989
Jan 14, 2024 · One of the better pitchers during the power era of the 1930’s, Lefty Gomez was a six-time World Series Champion and was named to the All-Star Game seven times. Son of a cowboy, his humble rancher...
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