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Joe Jackson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 16, 1887 |
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| Birthplace | Pickens County, South Carolina, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Joe Jackson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Known For | Major League Baseball outfielder and central figure in the 1919 Black Sox Scandal. |
Intro
Joe Jackson, nicknamed 'Shoeless Joe', was an American Major League Baseball outfielder. Renowned as one of the game's best hitters, his career was overshadowed by his involvement in the 1919 Black Sox Scandal.
Early Life & Background
Joe Jackson grew up in a poor cotton mill family in rural South Carolina. He began working in mills at a young age and played semi-professional baseball before getting his start in the minor leagues. His nickname 'Shoeless' reportedly came from playing in his stockings during a game due to blisters from his new shoes.
Career Highlights
- Made his MLB debut in 1908 with the Philadelphia Athletics
- Achieved a career batting average of .356, one of the highest in MLB history
- Member of the Chicago White Sox team that won the 1917 World Series
- Central figure in the 1919 Black Sox Scandal, accused of conspiring to throw the World Series
Trivia
- Despite his ban from Major League Baseball, many historians and fans consider him worthy of Hall of Fame induction.
- The legend of Jackson's innocence regarding the scandal endures, with the famous plea: 'Say it ain't so, Joe.'
FAQs
People also ask
When was Joe Jackson born?
Joe Jackson was born the 16 July 1887.
Where is Joe Jackson from?
Pickens County, South Carolina, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 16th, 1887, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 16th, 1887 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: