Charlie Maxwell
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Charles Richard Maxwell (Smokey or Paw Paw)
- Bats Left, Throws Left
- Height 5' 11", Weight 185 lb.
- School Western Michigan University
- Debut September 20, 1950
- Final Game April 26, 1964
- Born April 8, 1927 in Lawton, MI USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Charlie Maxwell is one of the all-time most popular Tiger players. He excited the throngs with his consistent "Sunday" home runs. A fearsome hitter with mates aboard and the game on the line, he holds the Major League record for most home runs in extra innings in a season with 5 in 1960. A steady batsman with a good eye, Maxwell retired with a better than average .360 on-base-percentage.
He also has the most home runs of any player who attended Western Michigan University.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 2-time AL All-Star (1956 & 1957)
- 20-Home Run Seasons: 4 (1956, 1957, 1959 & 1960)
- 30-Home Run Seasons: 1 (1959)
