Date of Birth: November 21, 1920
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Date of Death: January 19, 2013
Biography
Stan Musial, widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players in history, was born on November 21, 1920, in Donora, Pennsylvania. Known affectionately as “Stan the Man,” Musial spent his entire 22-season Major League Baseball career with the St. Louis Cardinals. His career spanned from 1941 to 1963, interrupted briefly by his service in the United States Navy during World War II. Musial was a three-time National League MVP and a 24-time All-Star, showcasing his consistent excellence and popularity. Over his career, he amassed 3,630 hits, 475 home runs, and a .331 batting average. After retiring, Musial remained an active and beloved figure in the baseball community, serving in various capacities for the Cardinals and contributing to numerous charitable endeavors.
5 Interesting Facts about Stan Musial
1. Stan Musial was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969 on his first ballot appearance.
2. He won three World Series championships with the St. Louis Cardinals in 1942, 1944, and 1946.
3. Musial finished his career with exactly 1,815 hits at home and 1,815 hits on the road.
4. He was named to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team in 1999.
5. Musial was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011 by President Barack Obama.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Stan Musial
1. “I have always been a Cardinals fan, and my favorite player was Stan Musial.”
2. “The key to hitting for high average is to relax, concentrate, and don’t hit the fly ball to the outfield.”
3. “You wait for a strike, then you knock the hell out of it.”
4. “I consciously memorized the speed at which every pitcher in the league threw his fastball, curve, and slider.”
5. “I love to play this game of baseball – I love putting on the uniform.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Stan Musial’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Stan Musial and his wife, Lillian, had four children: Richard, Gerry, Janet, and Jean.
Relevant Links
2. [MLB Official Profile of Stan Musial](https://www.mlb.com/player/stan-musial-118813
4. [Stan Musial’s Military Service](https://www.historynet.com/stan-musial-war-story/
