Expert: Steve L - 5/7/2004

Question
Do you know who josh gibson was? If so can you tell me some info on him for my school project

Answer
A strong and agile catcher at 6' 1", 215 pounds, Gibson was the Negro Leagues' greatest home run hitter and one of the most feared sluggers of any era. Called by many "the black Babe Ruth," the serious, dour-faced Gibson used a short, compact stride and a massive upper body to crush line drive home runs in ballparks all over North and South America. His clouts overshadowed his defensive abilities -- a good arm, quick feet, and a rock-solid presence behind the plate. But the seemingly invincible Gibson experienced a serious physical and emotional decline late in his career and died of a stroke at age 35.

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http://www.baseballlibrary.com/baseballlibrary/ballplayers/G/Gibson_Josh.stm