During his time with the Yankees, Combs was a consistent performer both at the plate and in the field. He was known for his exceptional fielding ability, and was a three-time All-Star. He was also a major contributor to the Yankees’ dynasty of the 1920s, which included three American League pennants and three World Series championships.
At the plate, Combs was a contact hitter who was known for his ability to hit line drives to all parts of the field. He was often described as the “engine” of the Yankees’ offense. He was also a master of the hit and run, which allowed the Yankees to effectively move runners around the bases.
Combs was a durable player, appearing in at least 150 games in eight of his 11 seasons. At the end of his career, he had a lifetime batting average of .325, which is still the second-highest in Yankees’ history. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1970, and his number, 14, was retired by the Yankees in 1985. He is remembered as one of the greatest players in Yankees’ history.
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