Who is the Biggest Man to Play Baseball in the Majors?
Baseball, a sport known for its athleticism and precision, often features players with impressive physical attributes. One notable aspect that has garnered attention is the size of certain individuals who have graced the Major League Baseball (MLB) diamond. While there have been many towering figures throughout baseball history, one player stands out as the biggest man to ever play in the majors.
William "Refrigerator" Perry (born December 16, 1962) holds the distinction of being the heaviest player to play in MLB. Perry, a defensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) from 1984 to 1994, made a brief appearance in the majors with the Chicago White Sox in 1985. Weighing in at 375 pounds and measuring 6 feet 2 inches tall, Perry became the largest player to ever step onto an MLB field.
During his one-game stint with the White Sox, Perry served as a pinch hitter and drew a walk. Although his baseball career was fleeting, his status as the biggest man to play in the majors remains unchallenged.
Related Questions and Answers
- Who is the tallest player to play in the majors? Randy Johnson, 6 feet 10 inches.
- Who is the smallest player to play in the majors? Eddie Gaedel, 3 feet 7 inches.
- When did William "Refrigerator" Perry play in the majors? 1985.
- What team did Perry play for in MLB? Chicago White Sox.
- What position did Perry play in the NFL? Defensive lineman.
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