1921 Key Retirees - Batters
Tex Erwin, C, Tigers
Erwin was a little known force in Detroit's mighty lineup for 14 seasons. He retired with the third most home runs (309) of any catcher in MLHR history.
Steve Evans, RF, Giants
Was a key member of the Giants lineup in the early days of their recent dynasty. He finished in the Top 10 in OBP four times and OPS twice.
Ed Konetchy, 1B, Cardinals
Koney was known for both his glove and his bat. He won five Gold Gloves. He also led the NL in doubles in 1913 and triples twice. He finished in the Top 10 in home runs five times, RBI nine times, runs three times, walks four times, OBP five times, SLG five times, OPS five times, VORP four times and WAR four times.
Sherry Magee, 1B/LF, Phillies
Won two Gold Gloves early in his career as a left fielder, but he played the majority of his career at first base. He led the NL in doubles in 1916, triples in 1910 and RBI in 1911. He finished in the Top 10 in hits three times, doubles six times, triples eight times, home runs three times, stolen bases twelve times, RBI three times, runs four times, walks five times and OPS three times.
Fred Merkle, 1B, Giants
Won two Gold Gloves. Finished in the Top 10 in triples five times, home runs three times, SLG four times and OPS four times.
Dots Miller, IF, Pirates
Miller played all over the infield for the Pirates from 1909-20. He even won a Gold Glove at shortstop in 1915. He played 725 career games at shortstop, 422 at first base, 202 at second base and 54 at third base.
