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Yes, Lou Gehrig was the Yankees first baseman throughout his career. Lou did play one game at shortstop and nine games in the outfield during his 17 seasons.
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What year did Lou Gehrig steal his first base?
Lou Gehrig stole his first base on June 24, 1925.
What position did Lou Gehrig play in soccer?
Lou Gehrig played baseball as a first baseman. Not soccer.
Where did Lou Gehrig play his first game?
Lou Gehrig played his first game at Yankee Stadium, on June 15, 1923.
When did Lou Gehrig play his first game?
Lou Gehrig's Major League debut was on June 15, 1923 as a pinch hitter.
Who played first base before Lou Gehrig and after?
Lou Gehrig took over from Wally Pipp in the 1925 season. Babe Dahlgren took over from Gehrig in the 1939 season.
Did Lou Gehrig play shortstop?
Lou Gehrig never literally played the position. But he was penciled in as the shortstop for one game during his career. It was on July 14, 1934 against the Detroit Tigers. This was done to continue his consecutive games played streak. Due to Gehrig's sore back, he was listed as the shortstop and batted lead-off. He led off the game with a single and Red Rolfe was put in as a pinch runner. In the bottom of the first Rolfe was sent out to play shortstop. Gehrig's main position was first base. Although he did play a handful of games in right and left field.
How many games did Lou Gehrig play in 1926?
In 1926, Lou Gehrig played in 155 games.
Which team did Lou Gehrig play for in his career?
Lou Gehrig played his entire career for the New York Yankees.
Did Lou Gehrig play for the Baltimore Orioles?
No
When did Lou Gehrig play for the New York Yankees?
Lou Gehrig's career spanned the years 1923-1939. The Yankees were the only team he played for.
How did Lou Gehrig participate in the game when he couldn't play?
He was a coach.
Who did Babe Ruth inspire to play baseball?
lou gehrig
