Historical Marker

Honus Wagner (1874-1955)

Mansfield Blvd. & Carothers Ave., Carnegie · Carnegie · Allegheny

Pennsylvania marker

Inscription

The "Flying Dutchman" was hailed as baseball's greatest shortstop and one of its finest all-around players. A lifelong Carnegie resident, born to German immigrants. Played for Louisville Colonels, 1897-99, & Pittsburgh Pirates, 1900-17; a Pirates coach, 1933-51. He set many National League records, including one for eight seasonal batting titles.

Known for his modesty & sportsmanship, Charter member, Baseball Hall of Fame, 1936.

Location

AddressMansfield Blvd. & Carothers Ave., Carnegie
CityCarnegie
CountyAllegheny

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