Hack Wilson

About

Hall of Fame MLB power hitter in the 1920s and '30s; led the National League in home runs 4 times throughout his 12-year career.

Before Fame

He dropped out of school and made four dollars a week working with a sledge hammer.

Trivia

He was five feet six inches tall, but had a very thick build, which gave him a lot of power.

Family Life

His parents were unwed alcoholics.

Associated With

At the height of his career he was compared to the great Babe Ruth.