June 16, 1990
Oklahoma Homecoming, Meeker, Ok
Oklahoma native Carl Hubbell was honored this day at the Carl Hubbell Museum, Meeker, Ok
The museum showcases memorabilia from Hubbell's career and is located in the foyer of the Meeker City Hall
Nick-named King Carl, Hubbell pitched for the New York Giants from 1928-1943. Twice voted NL Most Valuable Player, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1947.
Hubbell set the record for most consecutive wins at 24 during the 1936-1937 seasons. His performance in the 1934 All-Star Game is legendary, as he struck out 5 consecutive American League All-Stars - Babe ruth, Lou Gehrig, Jimmie Foxx, Al Simmons, Joe Cronin
- Career record: 253-154
- Hubbell was selected to the All-Star team 9-times
- New York Giants jersey #11 retired 1944
- Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame 1986
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