Johnny Mize, often remembered as “The Big Cat,” stands as one of the most complete hitters in Major League Baseball history. Born in Demorest, Georgia, in 1913, he developed a natural talent for baseball early on, setting the stage for a Hall-of-Fame career. Before reaching the majors, Mize excelled in the minor leagues, establishing himself

Known throughout baseball history as “The Big Cat,” Johnny Mize is widely considered one of the greatest sluggers to ever step onto a baseball diamond. Born in Demorest, Georgia, in 1913, he developed a natural talent for baseball early on, building the foundation for a future filled with historic achievements. Mize’s baseball journey bega