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Ernest Banks (January 31, 1931 – January 23, 2015), nicknamed " Mr. Cub " and " Mr. Sunshine ", was an American professional baseball player who starred in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a shortstop and first baseman for the Chicago Cubs between 1953 and 1971.
- United States
- United States Army
- Private first class
- 1951-1953
Jan 31, 2011 · Last Game: (Age 40-238d) 3 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB. Hall of Fame: Inducted as Player in 1977. (Voted by BBWAA on 321/383 ballots) View Ernie Banks's Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos). Rookie Status: Exceeded rookie limits during 1954 season. Full Name: Ernest Banks.
- Dallas, TX, United States
- January 31, 1931
Ernie Banks (born January 31, 1931, Dallas, Texas, U.S.—died January 23, 2015, Chicago, Illinois) was an American professional baseball player, regarded as one of the finest power hitters in the history of the game. Banks starred for the Chicago Cubs from 1953 to 1971.
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Jan 24, 2015 · Ernie Banks, the greatest power-hitting shortstop of the 20th century and an unconquerable optimist whose sunny disposition never dimmed in 19 seasons with the perennially stumbling Chicago Cubs,...
- Banks transitioned seamlessly from Negro League to Cubs.
- Farewell, Mr. Cub.
- Ernie Banks wins second straight NL MVP award.
- Between shortstop and first base, Banks tried the outfield.
Ernie Banks was a Hall of Fame shortstop and first baseman for the Chicago Cubs from 1953 to 1962. He won two NL MVP awards, four Gold Gloves, and hit 512 home runs in his career.
Jan 24, 2015 · The former Chicago Cubs shortstop and first black player in the team's history passed away on Friday. He was a two-time MVP, a 14-time All-Star and a beloved ambassador for baseball and Chicago.
