Warren Spahn
American baseball player (1921-2003) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 82
Warren Edward Spahn was an American professional baseball pitcher who played 21 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB). A left-handed pitcher, Spahn played in 1942 and then from 1946 until 1965, most notably for the Boston Braves, who became the Milwaukee Braves after the team moved west before the 1953 season.
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Career 3
ClubYears
New York Mets
Atlanta Braves
San Francisco Giants
Media & music
Photos 8
Spahn in 1953 card for the Braves in Boston
Spahn's famous high legkick windup
Spahn (right) with Johnny Sain
Spahn in 1958.
1965 B&E Color Advertising photo of Spahn for the New York Mets
Warren Spahn's number 21 was retired by the Milwaukee Braves in 1965.
A statue of Spahn was situated outside of Turner Field, and is now outside of Truist ParkAwards
About this person
His baseball career was interrupted by his military service in the United States Army during World War II.
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 2003 · aged 82
The same award as Warren
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