Ernie Banks - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 31, 1931 |
|---|---|
| Age | 95 |
| Birthplace | Dallas, Texas, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Ernie Banks's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Legendary Chicago Cubs shortstop and first baseman, member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame, and two-time National League MVP. |
Intro
Ernie Banks was an American professional baseball player and Hall of Famer, best known for his long career with the Chicago Cubs and for his infectious enthusiasm, often cited by his saying 'Let's play two!' He is regarded as one of the greatest power-hitting shortstops in MLB history.
Early Life & Background
Ernie Banks grew up in Dallas, Texas, as the second oldest of twelve children. He attended Booker T. Washington High School and began playing semi-professional baseball while still a teenager. His talent was first noticed in the Negro Leagues, where he played for the Kansas City Monarchs before signing with the Chicago Cubs.
Career Highlights
- Played 19 seasons with the Chicago Cubs (1953–1971)
- First African American player to play for the Chicago Cubs
- Two-time National League Most Valuable Player (1958, 1959)
- Hit over 500 career home runs (512)
- Selected to 14 MLB All-Star Games
- Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977
- Known for popularizing the phrase 'Let's play two!'
Trivia
- Ernie Banks never appeared in a postseason game despite his illustrious career.
- His jersey number 14 was retired by the Chicago Cubs in 1982.
- Banks was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013.
FAQs
People also ask
Ernie Banks is 95 years old.
Ernie Banks was born the 31 January 1931.
Dallas, Texas, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 31st, 1931, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 31st, 1931 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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