Vic Wertz
Baseball Player

Vic Wertz Net Worth

Vic Wertz was a four-time MLB All-Star who played on six teams during his 17-year career. He was born on February 9, 1926 in York, PA and was known for his powerful hitting and strong throwing arm. He was a key contributor to the Cleveland Indians' 1954 World Series championship and was inducted into the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame in 2006.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 9, 1926
Birth Place York, PA
Age 94 YEARS OLD
Died On Jul 7, 1983 (age 57)
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $13 Million (2024)

About

Four-time MLB All-Star who played on six teams during his 17-year career.

Before Fame

He served in World War II before beginning his baseball career in 1947.

Trivia

He was stricken with polio in 1955, but was able to continue his baseball career the following season.

Family Life

He married his wife Lucille, and together they ran a Detroit-area charity golf tournament to support the Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan.

Associated With

He hit the ball that led to the famous catch made by Hall of Fame center fielder Willie Mays in the 1954 World Series.

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About the author

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