Lou Gehrig

Lou Gehrig was an American baseball player, famously known as “The Iron Horse” for his durability and remarkable longevity in Major League Baseball (MLB). He played 17 seasons for the New York Yankees, from 1923 to 1939, and is celebrated for his exceptional batting skills and power, helping lead the team to six World Series championships. Gehrig’s career ended abruptly when he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a debilitating neurodegenerative disease, which now bears his name. He is also remembered for his inspirational farewell speech, emphasizing courage and gratitude, before passing away at the age of 37.