Yankees celebrate birthday of early catcher Wally Schang

The New York Yankees honor Wally Schang, born August 22, 1889, known as the team's first prominent catcher. Schang, who played for the Yankees from 1921 to 1925, contributed to their early success, including their first World Series title. His career highlights include a championship with the Philadelphia Athletics in 1913 and key offensive performances with an impressive batting average. The organization recognizes Schang's role in establishing a legacy of great catchers for the franchise, setting a standard that later players like Yogi Berra and Jorge Posada would follow.

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