orig. John Peter Wagner
born Feb. 24, 1874, Mansfield, Pa., U.S.
died Dec. 6, 1955, Carnegie
U.S. baseball player.
Wagner played principally for the Pittsburgh Pirates (190017) and coached the team from 1933 to 1951. The right-handed hitter led the National League in batting average in eight seasons (1900, 190304, 190609, 1911) and in stolen bases five seasons. His total of 252 three-base hits remains a National League record. Nicknamed the "Flying Dutchman" for his speed, Wagner is considered one of the greatest shortstops and all-around players in baseball history.
Honus Wagner
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