Ernie Banks ranks near the top of great Baseball heroes for the Chicago Cubs. His statistics are outstanding and it's a shame he never played in a World Series. Here's a list of his accomplishments:
* His 20/13 eyesight was a plus as a batter and fielder;
* He used a 31 ounce bat that proved that speed can make up for body strength. This is mentioned as Ernie was only 6' 1" and 180 pounds;
* Five times he topped the 40 HR number;
* Eight times he topped the 100 RBI mark;
* 13 All-Star games; and
* He was awarded two back to back MVP titles when playing with the poor performing Cubs.
Ernie Banks ended his career with 2,583 base hits.
Ernie Banks hit 512 career home runs in a career that spanned 19 seasons (1953-1971), all with the Chicago Cubs.
Ernie Banks hit 407 doubles in his MLB career (1953-1971).
Ernie played in both games of 318 doubleheaders in his career.
Ernie Banks was a star for the Chicago Cubs baseball team. He is often refered to as "Mr. Cub".
Ernie Banks was born January 31, 1931, in Dallas, TX, USA.
Ernie Banks played his entire baseball career with the Chicago Cubs, where he earned the nickname "Mr. Cub".
Ernie played for the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro Leagues in 1950. After spending the next two years in the United States Army, he returned to the Monarchs in 1953 and played with them until his contract was bought by the Chicago Cubs late in the season. Ernie played with the Cubs until he retired after the 1971 season.
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Ernie Banks' height was 6'1.''