Reggie Jackson

Hall of Fame Baseball Player

Personal Information

Reginald Martinez Jackson was born on May 18, 1946, in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. He is an American former professional baseball right fielder who played 21 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB). Jackson is 6 feet 0 inches (183 cm) tall and weighs 195 pounds (88 kg).

Career Highlights

Jackson made his MLB debut with the Kansas City Athletics in 1967. He played for several teams throughout his career, including the Oakland Athletics, New York Yankees, Baltimore Orioles, and California Angels. Jackson was a five-time MLB All-Star and a two-time World Series champion with the Yankees in 1977 and 1978.

Jackson was known for his powerful hitting and was nicknamed "Mr. October" for his outstanding performance in the postseason. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1993.