Walter Johnson, an iconic figure in early Major League Baseball, left an indelible mark on baseball history, spanning more than 20 years with the team from Washington, D.C. from 1907 to 1927. Raised in the American heartland, his family relocated westward, where his natural talent began to shine. His fastball was legendary even as a teen, often
Baseball’s Greatest Pitcher? The Walter Johnson Debate
The Big Train, an iconic figure in early Major League Baseball, carved out a remarkable career, spanning over two decades with the team from Washington, D.C. from 1907 to 1927. Raised in the American heartland, his family relocated westward, where his baseball abilities caught attention. Local players were stunned by the speed of his pitches, of