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George Harold Sisler (March 24, 1893 – March 26, 1973), nicknamed "Gorgeous George", was an American professional baseball first baseman and player-manager. From 1915 through 1930, he played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the St. Louis Browns , Washington Senators , and Boston Braves .
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George Harold Sisler (ur. 24 marca 1893, zm. 26 marca 1973) – amerykański baseballista, który występował na pozycji pierwszobazowego przez 15 sezonów w Major League Baseball. W 24 meczach wystąpił jako miotacz. Sisler podpisał kontrakt jako wolny agent w czerwcu 1915 roku z St. Louis Browns.
A five-tool player before the term came into vogue, George Sisler began his career as a pitcher before becoming one of the game's greatest hitters. After graduating with a mechanical engineering degree from the University of Michigan in 1915, Sisler moved right onto the roster of the St. Louis Browns.
George Sisler was a Hall of Fame first baseman who played for the St. Louis Browns and the Boston Braves from 1915 to 1930. He holds the record for the most hits in a single season (257) and was known as "The Sizzler" for his hitting prowess.
George Sisler Bio. Fullname: George Harold Sisler; Nickname: Gorgeous George; Born: 3/24/1893 in Manchester, OH; College: Michigan; Debut: 6/28/1915; Hall of Fame: 1939; Died: 3/26/1973; Relationship(s): father of Dave Sisler father of Dick Sisler
George Sisler was an American professional baseball player, considered by some the greatest of all first basemen. As a student at the University of Michigan, Sisler excelled in baseball, football, and basketball. He entered the major leagues directly with the St. Louis Browns of the American League.
