Ted Williams has widely been considered the greatest hitter who ever lived. While this claim is debated, it is undeniable that he got on base more frequently than any player over a 19-year career. Teddy Ballgame’s complicated relationship with the baseball writers cost him several MVP awards, including when he achieved the holy grail of hitting. Ted became an American hero through his military service, spanning two wars and consuming nearly five years of his prime. During his life, Williams taught the secrets of hitting and dedicated himself to philanthropy.
Jimmy Fund:
www.jimmyfund.org/about-us/about-the-jimmy-fund/
The Science of Hitting by Ted Williams:
www.amazon.com/Science-Hitting-Ted-Williams/dp/0671621033
Players (and others) relevant to the video: Eddie Collins, Johnny Orlando, Red Ruffing, Bob Feller, Jimmie Foxx, Joe DiMaggio, Joe Gordon, Rip Sewell, Tony Gwynn, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Barry Bonds, Babe Ruth, Rickey Henderson, Tris Speaker, John Glenn, Carl Yastrzemski, Jackie Robinson, Larry Doby, Pumpsie Green, Mickey Mantle, Rogers Hornsby, Lou Boudreau, Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, Jeff Bagwell
0:00 Intro
0:35 Biography
1:31 The Kid
2:53 The NEXT Level
4:48 MVP + World Series
5:48 Triple Crown Ted
6:30 OBP History
7:18 Jimmy Fund
7:42 Captain Williams
8:40 Teddy Ballgame
9:49 500/Final Fanfare
10:16 Career Overview
12:13 Hall of Fame(s)
13:10 Breaking Tradition
13:40 Remembering the Splendid Splinter
14:08 Conclusion
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