Ray Caldwell

About

Talented pitcher for the New York Yankees who was known as much for his on-field prowess as for his off-the-field antics.

Before Fame

He joined the New York Yankees when they were still the Highlanders.

Trivia

After a lightning strike knocked him unconscious for half an hour during the middle of a game, he decided to stay in the game upon regaining consciousness, recording the final out.

Family Life

His stepfather was a telegrapher, and after his baseball career Ray followed in his footsteps.

Associated With

He was named to the Kansas City Blues all-time team in 1948, along with Joe DiMaggio's brother, Vince.