Athletes born on October 21

Take a focused look at the athletes born on October 21. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1928 Edward "Whitey"

  Edward "Whitey" Ford was an American professional baseball player, regarded as one of the greatest pitchers in Major League Baseball (MLB) history. He spent his entire 16-year career with the New York Yankees, winning six World Series championships and earning induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame. [bio]