Ross Youngs

1897–1927 (age 30)

Baseball outfielder

Biography

Ross Youngs, the fleet-footed outfielder for the New York Giants, became a symbol of grace and reliability on the diamond during the 1920s, earning praise for his bat control and unflappable demeanor.

When illness ended his career prematurely, teammates and fans alike mourned the loss of a gentle competitor, and his memory endures among those who cherish that era of the game; he rests at Mission Burial Park.