Who Was The Shortest Baseball Player?
We all know that there are some very tall baseball players out there. But who was the shortest player in Major League history?
Introduction
Whether you’re a baseball fan or not, the shortest baseball player in the history of the sport is an interesting individual. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, on October 5, 1894, Edward Carl Jordon was just 3’ 6” tall and weighed only 65 pounds. Despite his small stature, he was an exceptional athlete and became one of the most successful players in baseball history.
Jordan began his professional career in 1912 with the St. Louis Browns and quickly established himself as one of the best shortstops in the game. He played for the Browns for 12 years before being traded to the Chicago White Sox in 1924. During his time with the White Sox, he helped lead the team to a World Series victory in 1925. He retired from baseball in 1931 but made a brief comeback with the Browns in 1933.
Although he was one of the best players of his era, Jordan’s career was cut short by injuries. He suffered from a number of ailments, including rheumatism and diabetes. He died on April 15, 1937, at the age of 42.
Major League Baseball
In Major League Baseball (MLB), the shortest player is 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m). This record is held by Eddie Gaedel, who played for the St. Louis Browns in 1951.
The Shortest Player
The shortest player in baseball history was Edward Lawson “Shorty” Fuller, who stood just 3’6″ tall. He played for the Chicago White Sox from 1907 to 1909.
The Tallest Player
At 6’10”, relief pitcher Jon Rauch is the tallest player in MLB history. Rauch, who last played for the Mets in 2013, also holds the record for being the tallest player to ever appear in a Major League game.
Conclusion
Pee Wee Reese was the shortest baseball player in the major leagues. He was only 5’4” tall.
