Lajoie, Napoleon L Players People

Napoleon "Nap" Lajoie (1874-1959) was one of the greatest hitters and all-around players in the history of the major leagues. He still holds the American League single-season record for batting average. His jump from the National League Philadelphia Phillies to the American League Philadelphia Athletics gave credibility to the new league and his move to Cleveland invigorated a struggling franchise.

• - Details of the closely contested batting championship including cooperation by opposing players, incorrect statistics, and personal likes and dislikes for the two players.
  
• - Vital statistics, career highlights, biography with historical perspective, and commentary from Historic Baseball.
  
• - Official site. Photograph, statistics, and biographical sketch detailing his credentials for the sport's highest award.
  
  

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