Joe DiMaggio hit 361 home runs during his 13 year career, all with the New York Yankees.
New York Yankees outfielder Joe DiMaggio had the nickname "The Yankee Clipper"
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.
Joe DiMaggio and the Yankees were involved in bitter contract dispute. DiMaggio was asking for $45,000 and the Yankees said they wouldn't pay him more than $25,000. After sitting out during spring training, DiMaggio finally caved and signed for $25,000.
Ben Chapman would eventually be replaced by Joe DiMaggio. Chapman was the Yankees starting center fielder in 1936, but was traded during the season. DiMaggio took over in center field shortly thereafter.
Mantle wore #7, DiMaggio wore #5.
Joe DiMaggio played for the New York Yankees
Joe DiMaggio - New York Yankees
The number 5 was retired by the Yankees in honor of Joe DiMaggio. He played center field.
Joe Dimaggio played for the New York Yankees.
Joe Dimaggio
Joe DiMaggio hit 361 home runs during his 13 year career, all with the New York Yankees.
Baseball's most famous No. 5 was worn by Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees.
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New York Yankees outfielder Joe DiMaggio had the nickname "The Yankee Clipper"
He only played 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.