Sid Gordon
As a sandlot player, Sid Gordon offered to pay his own way to a Giants tryout camp. After his play in the camp turned heads and earned a contract, his expenses were reimbursed by the club. Labeled a reserve player for the first part of his career, the popular Gordon often found himself in the lineup spelling injured teammates like Bobby Thomson and Whitey Lockman, capturing a large fan base, especially Jewish rooters. Eventually, his potent bat led to a regular job as a slugging third baseman/outfielder for the Giants and Braves.
Quotes About Gordon
"[John] McGraw searched for 20 years for a [player like] Gordon, and he just fell into my lap." — Giants manager Mel Ott
Quotes From Gordon
"My heart is here and I hope I always play with the Giants." — Brooklyn-native Sid Gordon
Played For
New York Giants (1941-1949)
Boston Braves (1950-1952)
Milwaukee Braves (1953)
Pittsburgh Pirates (1954-1955)
New York Giants (1955)
Born
Sidney Gordon was born on August 13, 1917, in Brooklyn, NY.
Died
June 17, 1975, New York, NY
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
Primary Position: OF
Primary Team: NY1
Major League Debut
September 11, 1941
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Related Players
Giants coach Red Kress helped Gordon develop a new batting style. He suggested that Gordon pull the ball.
Notes
July 3 was dubbed "Sid Gordon Day" at Ebbets Field in 1948, marking a rare honor for a visiting player. Gordon was born in Brooklyn.
Injuries and Explanation for Missed Playing Time
Gordon was in the Coast Guard in 1944-1945.
All-Star Selections
1948 NL
1949 NL
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