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New York Yankees outfielder Joe DiMaggio had the nickname "The Yankee Clipper"

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Who had the nickname Yankee Clipper?

Mel Allen is often credited with coining Joe DiMaggio's nickname, "The Yankee Clipper," David Halberstam says Arch McDonald deserves credit for that. Allen was the first to call DiMag "Joltin' Joe." He labeled Tommy Henrich "Ol' Reliable."


Where is the Yankee Clipper Branch Library in Grand Rapids located?

The address of the Yankee Clipper Branch Library is: 2025 Leonard Street NE, Grand Rapids, 49505 5836


What Yankee has the most gold gloves of all time?

The New York Yankee with the most Gold Glove Awards is Brooks Robinson, who won 16 Gold Gloves during his career. However, if you're specifically asking about Yankees, then the player with the most Gold Gloves is outfielder Bernie Williams, who won four Gold Glove Awards from 1997 to 2000. His defensive skills in center field were a significant part of the Yankees' success during the late 1990s.


Who wore number 5 for the New York Yankees?

The New York Yankees player, who proudly wore the number 5 on their back and was also hailed "The Yankee Clipper", was none other than (Joltin') Joe DiMaggio. His most prominent feat was when he reached an historic mark when he hit safely in 56 consecutive games. Click on the 'Yankees Numbers' link on this page to see all players that have wore #5 for the Yankees.


Who has hit more home runs then the Yankee clipper?

In a Yankees uniform, Joe DiMaggio is 4th all time in home runs with 361. Ahead of him are Babe Ruth with 659, Mickey Mantle with 536, and Lou Gehrig with 493. Yogi Berra is 5th with 358.

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Which American sporting hero was nicknamed Yankee Clipper?

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What was the nickname for the New York Yankees number 5?

The Yankee Clipper


Who had the nickname Yankee Clipper?

Mel Allen is often credited with coining Joe DiMaggio's nickname, "The Yankee Clipper," David Halberstam says Arch McDonald deserves credit for that. Allen was the first to call DiMag "Joltin' Joe." He labeled Tommy Henrich "Ol' Reliable."


Is Yankee Stadium located in the South Bronx?

Yes. The Yankees Are Also Nicknamed: The Bronx Bombers.


What was the nickname of the Union soldiers?

Nicknames for Union soldiers include Yankees and Bluebellies.


What is the name of the water ferry that takes fans to Yankee Stadium?

The Yankee Clipper


When did the Yankee clipper get his nickname?

Joe DiMaggio


What is the phone number of the Yankee Clipper Branch Library in Grand Rapids?

The phone number of the Yankee Clipper Branch Library is: 616-988-5415.


Who was the last person to wear number 3 for the New York Yankees?

Outfielder Cliff Mapes was the last Yankee to wear the number 3 in 1948. The Yankees then retired the number 3 during the 1948 season in honor of Babe Ruth.


What was Joe DiMaggio's nickname?

The Yankee Clipper Joltin' Joe DimaggioJoe DiMaggio had the nicknames "Joltin' Joe" and "The Yankee Clipper"


Where is the Yankee Clipper Branch Library in Grand Rapids located?

The address of the Yankee Clipper Branch Library is: 2025 Leonard Street NE, Grand Rapids, 49505 5836


Where did Joe Dimaggio live?

He played for the New York Yankees for 13 years nad his nickname was the 'Yankee Clipper' or the 'Clip'.