Bob Feller, born Robert William Andrew Feller, was an American professional baseball player, predominantly known for his remarkable pitching career as a right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Feller was born on November 3, 1918, in Van Meter, Iowa, and began his MLB career at the young age of 17, debuting for the Cleveland Indians in 1936. With an extraordinary fastball, often surpassing 100 miles per hour, Feller quickly became one of the most feared and respected pitchers of his era.
Renowned for his dominant pitching style, Feller's repertoire included a dynamic fastball and a highly effective curveball. His incredible speed, combined with tremendous accuracy, led him to an illustrious career marked by impressive achievements. Over his 18-season career, all spent with the Indians, Feller won 266 games, struck out 2,581 batters, and completed 279 games, including 44 shutouts.
Feller's notable achievements include leading the American League in strikeouts seven times, while also being an eight-time All-Star selection. Additionally, he was instrumental in leading the Indians to their last World Series championship in 1948. Considered one of the greatest pitchers in the history of the sport, Feller was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962.
Beyond his baseball career, Feller also served in the United States Navy during World War II, sacrificing four major league seasons to do so. His dedication, both on and off the field, his unwavering sportsmanship, and his impact on the game have solidified Bob Feller's legacy as an iconic figure in baseball history.
