Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | December 30, 1935 |
Birth Place | Brooklyn, NY |
Age | 88 YEARS OLD |
Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Net worth: $10 million (2024)
Sandy Koufax, a renowned former baseball player, is estimated to have a net worth of $10 million in 2024. Known for his exceptional skills and achievements in his career, Koufax left an indelible mark on the sport. He gained fame as a player for the New York team, impressing fans and critics alike with his remarkable pitching abilities. Today, his net worth stands as a testament to his successful baseball career and enduring legacy.
About
Legendary Dodgers left-hander who pitched a perfect game on September 9th, 1965 and became the first MLB pitcher to throw 4 career no-hitters. He won 4 World Series Championships, 3 Cy Young Awards, 3 Triple Crown Awards and the 1963 NL MVP Award during his 12 years with the Dodgers, from 1955 to 1966.
Before Fame
He walked on to the freshman basketball team at the University of Cincinnati and also starred for the school's baseball team.
Trivia
He refused to pitch in Game 1 of the 1965 World Series because the game fell on the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur.
Family Life
He was raised by his mother Evelyn and his step father Irving Koufax. He married twice, first to Anne Koufax and then to Kimberly Francis.
Associated With
He and Nolan Ryan became the first two pitchers inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame to have recorded more career strikeouts than innings pitched.