Vern Kennedy

Lloyd Vernon Kennedy

• Bats Left, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 175 lb.
• School Central Missouri State Teachers College
• Debut September 18, 1934
• Final Game September 27, 1945
• Born March 20, 1907 in Kansas City, MO USA
• Died January 28, 1993 in Mendon, MO USA

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Biographical Information

Vern Kennedy, who pitched for 7 teams in 12 seasons in the major leagues, is best known for going 21-9 for the 1936 Chicago White Sox. It was the same year that teammate Luke Appling hit .388.

Notable Achievements

• 2-time AL All-Star (1936 & 1938)
• 15 Wins Seasons: 1 (1936)
• 20 Wins Seasons: 1 (1936)
• 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 5 (1935-1937, 1939 & 1940)

Related Sites

• Vern Kennedy at the SABR Bio Project