Ernie Banks

Ernie Banks

Ernie Banks is a retired all-star first baseman and shortstop that played for the Chicago Cubs. Banks spent his entire career with the cubs and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977. He was the first player in the Cubs organization to have his number (14) retired.

Ernie Banks was known for having a pure love of baseball which he expressed through a catchphrase, "It's a beautiful day for a ballgame... Let's play two!" Banks remains one of the most popular baseball players in the history of Chicago sports, constantly promoting the Cubs and Wrigley Field. Fast Facts:

Born: January 31, 1931
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas
Made MLB Debut with the Chicago Cubs
11 time all-star
Nickname: Mr. Cub
Was the Cubs first ever black player
1977: Elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame

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Ernie Banks Vital Stats

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- Height: 6' 1"
- Weight: 180 lb
- Rookie Year: 1954
- Retired: 1971

Ernie Banks Timeline

January 13, 1931: Born
1950: Played with the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro American League
1953: Signed by the Chicago Cubs
1953: Made MLB Debut
1955-1962: Played in 8 straight All-Star games
1958-59: Named: National League MVP
1960: Named Gold Glove award winner
1969: Played in the last of his 11 All-Star games
1971: Released by the Chicago Cubs
1977: Elected to the Hall of Fame
1982: His uniform number 14 became the first to be retired by the Cubs
1998: Named one of The Sporting News list of Baseball's Greatest Players
2006: Shows interest in purchasing the Chicago Cubs

Ernie Banks News and Articles

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MLB.com: "Banks Named Cubs' Hometown Hero" (2006)
Chicago Business: Ernie Banks Eyes Bid For Chicago Cubs (2006)
The Heckler: Interview: "Mr. Cub" Ernie Bank (2004)
Salon.com: Ernie Banks Talks Baseball And Business (2000)

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