Harry Danning

ABOUT HARRY DANNING

'Harry the Horse' was a franchise player for the New York Giants, a four-time All-Star from 1933 to 1942.

He joined the Giants as a backup for their starting catcher Gus Mancuso, but within a couple seasons took over the starting job.

He hit one of a record five home runs the Giants hit in a single inning in 1939; and a year later he hit for the cycle, with an inside-the-park home run.

He was born in Los Angeles, California, and his brother Ike also played in the major leagues, for the St. Louis Browns.

Like Hank Greenberg , he was one of the major leagues' few outstanding Jewish players.