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Lou Gehrig's durability earned him the nickname "The Iron Horse". Lou Gehrig played in 2,130 consecutive games. A record that lasted 56 years until September 6, 1995 when Cal Ripken Jr. surpassed Lou.
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What were Lou Gehrig's nicknames?
Lou Gehrig was known as "The Iron Horse" and "Larrupin Lou" during his career.
Which New York Yankee was called The Iron Horse?
Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees was called the "Iron Horse'
Why was Lou Gehrig nicknamed Larrupin' Lou?
Lou Gehrig was nicknamed the Iron Horse. He was nicknamed the Iron Horse because of his strength and not missing games even though Lou was injured and ill at times. He went on to hold the record for consecutive games played with 2,130 appearances. He benched himself May 2nd 1939. Of course, this record was broken by Cal Ripken on September 6th 1995. However, it should be noted, Ripken played during a period of better training methods and Cortisone shots. He only had the jersey that said "Larrupin' Lou" for one game. If fans called him by a nickname, it was rarely Larrupin' Lou. Fun fact: Cal Ripken's nickname was "The Iron Man" while Lou's was "The Iron Horse" The person who asked this question is correct. Lou Gehrig was also nicknamed Larrupin' Lou.
What is Cal Ripken's JR nickname?
I am 'Iron Man'Because of Cal Ripken's consecutive games played streak he was nicknamed "Iron Man" Lou Gehrig whose record was broken by Cal Ripken was nicknamed "The Iron Horse"
Which baseball player's nickname was the Iron Horse?
Lou Gehrig
Was Lou Gehrig nicknamed the Iron Man?
No, he was nicknamed the 'Iron Horse'.
What were Lou Gehrig's nicknames?
Lou Gehrig was known as "The Iron Horse" and "Larrupin Lou" during his career.
Which New York Yankee was called The Iron Horse?
Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees was called the "Iron Horse'
Why was Lou Gehrig nicknamed Larrupin' Lou?
Lou Gehrig was nicknamed the Iron Horse. He was nicknamed the Iron Horse because of his strength and not missing games even though Lou was injured and ill at times. He went on to hold the record for consecutive games played with 2,130 appearances. He benched himself May 2nd 1939. Of course, this record was broken by Cal Ripken on September 6th 1995. However, it should be noted, Ripken played during a period of better training methods and Cortisone shots. He only had the jersey that said "Larrupin' Lou" for one game. If fans called him by a nickname, it was rarely Larrupin' Lou. Fun fact: Cal Ripken's nickname was "The Iron Man" while Lou's was "The Iron Horse" The person who asked this question is correct. Lou Gehrig was also nicknamed Larrupin' Lou.
What is Cal Ripken's JR nickname?
I am 'Iron Man'Because of Cal Ripken's consecutive games played streak he was nicknamed "Iron Man" Lou Gehrig whose record was broken by Cal Ripken was nicknamed "The Iron Horse"
Was Lou Gehrig called Larrupin' Lou?
Yes, he was. "Larrupin' Lou" along with "The Iron Horse" were a couple of Lou Gehrig's nicknames.
As portrayed by Gary Cooper who was The Pride of the Yankees?
Lou Gehrig Henry Louis 'Lou' Gehrig / Lieutenant Erich Ganz / Lou 'Iron Horse' Gehrig.
Which baseball player's nickname was the Iron Horse?
Lou Gehrig
What was Lou Gehrig's nickname?
Lou Gehrig's nickname was "The Iron Horse". Other names included Tanglefoot, Biscuit Pants and Larrupin' Lou.
What were two of Gehrig's famous nicknames?
Larrupin' Lou and Iron Horse.
What are the release dates for The Babe and the Iron Horse Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig - 2003?
The Babe and the Iron Horse Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig - 2003 was released on: USA: 2003 (video premiere)
What famous baseball player wore number 4?
Lou Gehrig with the New York Yankees
