Napoléon Lajoie (/ ˈlæʒəweɪ /; September 5, 1874 – February 7, 1959), also known as Larry Lajoie, was an American professional baseball second baseman who played 21 seasons in …

Aug 20, 2009 · 1. Michael Jordan vs. Steve Kerr. Although Jordan and Kerr were teammates on the second great Bulls championship run from 1996 to 1998, they didn't always get along.

Basketball star Michael Jordan decided to pursue his baseball dream and signed a minor league contract with the White Sox on February 7, 1994. The sixth entrant into the Hall of Fame of all …

Jan 25, 2025 · Nap Lajoie’s impact on the game of baseball was far-reaching. He was one of the pioneers of the modern game, and his contributions helped shape the way baseball is played …

Mar 26, 2017 · The Lajoie being offered by Heritage is one of only two with the green mount that surrounds the photo. Lajoie remained with Cleveland for 13 years with his influence as a …

Jan 4, 2012 · The first superstar in American League history, Napoleon Lajoie combined graceful, effortless fielding with powerful, fearsome hitting to become one of the greatest all-around …

Jan 16, 2025 · During his flourishing career, spanning from 1896 to 1916, Lajoie became one of baseball’s most legendary figures. His striking prowess, commanding presence on the field, …

Aug 9, 2014 · Lajoie was so popular upon his arrival in Cleveland, that the fans and ownership honored their star by nicknaming the team “Naps” after him. His 1914 Cracker Jack card #66 …

Jul 5, 2021 · From 1903 to 1914, Cleveland’s baseball team was named the Naps after Cleveland’s star second baseman Nap Lajoie. It was only when Lajoie left Cleveland that the …

Jan 29, 2019 · Lajoie starred in Cleveland for the next 13 years, becoming so synonymous with the franchise that they adopted the nickname Naps until he retired -- at which point a group of …