He had a bone spur in his left heel for several painful years, but finally had an operation in the beginning of 1947. He returned for the season, still had pain, but earned the MVP for 1947. The pain continued in 1948.
In 1949, his RIGHT HEEL bone spur pain caused him to miss the first 65 games of the season, but then in late June the pain subsided (for 8 months) Joe played in 3 games against Boston and hit 4 homers in those 3 games, June 28, 29 and 30 to win all 3 games.
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Joe dimaggio was about 6'2".
In "The Old Man and the Sea," Santiago's bone spur symbolizes his physical pain and endurance despite his aging body. It serves as a reminder of his struggle against nature and his determination to conquer the challenges he faces while catching the marlin. The bone spur highlights Santiago's resilience and steadfastness in the face of adversity.
Joe DiMaggio died in 1999.
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Joe DiMaggio wore #5 for the Yankees.
Joe Dimaggio was a rookie in 1936.
Joe DiMaggio was Roman Catholic.
The cast of The Joe DiMaggio Show - 1950 includes: Joe DiMaggio as himself
Joe DiMaggio's late son was named Joseph Paul DiMaggio III.
Joe DiMaggio was born on November 25, 1914.
Joe DiMaggio played for the New York Yankees