Monty Stratton
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Monty Franklin Pierce Stratton (Gander)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 5", Weight 180 lb.
- Debut June 2, 1934
- Final Game September 27, 1938
- Born May 21, 1912 in Celeste, TX USA
- Died September 29, 1982 in Greenville, TX USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Pitcher Monty Stratton of the Chicago White Sox was in the prime of his career when he lost his leg in 1938 as the result of a hunting accident. He returned as the Sox as a coach for several seasons before making a minor league comeback with a wooden leg in the 1940s.
He is the subject of the 1949 movie, The Stratton Story.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- AL All-Star (1937)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 2 (1937 & 1938)
