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Tony Lazzeri

Athlete

Born: Died: American

Anthony Michael Lazzeri (December 6, 1903 – August 6, 1946) was an American professional baseball second baseman during the 1920s and 1930s, predominantly with the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball (MLB). He was part of the famed "Murderers' Row" Yankee batting lineup of the late 1920s (including the 1927 team), along with Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Bob Meusel.

Lazzeri was born and raised in San Francisco, California. He dropped out of school to work with his father as a boilermaker, but at the age of 18, began to play baseball professionally. After playing in minor league baseball from 1922 through 1925, Lazzeri joined the Yankees in 1926. He was a member of the original American League All-Star team in 1933. He was nicknamed "Poosh 'Em Up" by Italian-speaking fans, from a mistranslation of an Italian phrase meaning to "hit it out" (hit a home run).

Lazzeri is one of only 14 major league baseball players to hit for the natural cycle (hitting a single, double, triple and home run in sequence) and the only player to complete a natural cycle with a grand slam. He also holds the American League record for the most RBI in a single game, with 11 on May 24, 1936.

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American baseball player

Tony Lazzeri's Historical Timeline

  1. Tony Lazzeri is born

    Tony Lazzeri, American athlete, known for american baseball player, was born on 1903-12-06.

  2. Salt Lake City (PCL) Tony Lazzeri hits his 60th home run of the season

    Salt Lake City (PCL) Tony Lazzeri hits his 60th home run of the season

  3. The Yankees release Tony Lazzeri rather than accept any trade offers

    The Yankees release Tony Lazzeri rather than accept any trade offers

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tony Lazzeri born?
Tony Lazzeri was born on 1903-12-06 (American).
What is Tony Lazzeri known for?
American baseball player
What historical events involved Tony Lazzeri?
Tony Lazzeri was involved in 3 recorded historical events, including Tony Lazzeri is born, Salt Lake City (PCL) Tony Lazzeri hits his 60th home run of the season, The Yankees release Tony Lazzeri rather than accept any trade offers.
When did Tony Lazzeri die?
Tony Lazzeri died on 1946-01-01.

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