Although he hit over a .331 batting average (one of the highest to ever be recorded), he had a stance like nobody else (Vecsey). While Babe Ruth had a .342 average, Stan was only .11 away (“Wikipedia”). Babe was one of the best players to ever live, some people say, and for Stan to be only .11 away was …show more content…
He left the sport that was closest to his heart to serve in our country’s Navy to help the lives of many (Vecsey). According to Wikipedia, “In February 2011, President Barack Obama presented Musial with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, one of the highest civilian awards that can be bestowed on a person by the United States government.” Obama was so dedicated to Musial’s talent that he gifted him, at the age of 91, with the Freedom Medal of Honor. Stan Musial was one of the highest ranked players in the National League history. Although he started his career in the late 1930’s, only 20 years of age, he made it to the major leagues. Given one of the highest Medals of Honor, Stan truly earned it. His achievements will not be forgotten. Yet he was the 2nd ranked player in NL history, and was voted as MVP with a .331 batting average over a total of 5 times. He proved to everyone of his passionate capabilities to show of his heartwarming kindness that he deserved to be