Outfielder for the Boston Red Sox Ted Williams poses at Yankee Stadium in New York City on May 23, 1941. He was born Theodore Samuel Williams in San Diego, Ca. on Aug. 30, 1918. He played with the Boston Red Sox for 19 seasons, 1939-1942 and 1946-1960, retiring at age 42. He served in World War II and the Korean War. During his major league career, Williams was named American League Most Valuable Player twice, achieved two AL Triple Crowns, won six AL batting championships, and is considered one ofthe greatest hitters with 521 homeruns and a lifetime average of .344. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1966. (AP Photo)