How did Lou Gehrig make an impact on others lives?

Answer 1

The reason why Lou Gehrig got amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is undetermined.

There is a theory out there that it was caused by concussion-related trauma (he played before batting helmets were standard), but there is no way to test the theory since there was no autopsy and his body was cremated.

Answer 2

Lou Gehrig died on June 2, 1941, of a serious disease called ''Lou Gehrig's Disease'' , also known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), at the age of 37.

Answer 3

Lou Gehrig, the iron horse, was an excellent Baseball player. He set a record for games played. He hit a number of home runs. Then he came down with ALS. He gave his name to that disease.

Answer 4

Lou Gehrig was not drafted. He was signed as a free agent by the New York Yankees in 1923.

Answer 5

Lou was a great ballplayer and a good sport.

Answer 6

Lou Gehrig had a lifetime batting average of 340, had 493 home runs, and 1995 RBI's During his 17 year career he also played in 2130 consecutive games.

Answer 7

because he was a great player