Joe Nuxhall's 34-year Career Span Record

Lore & Background

Joe Nuxhall made his MLB debut for the Reds on June 10, 1944, at age 15. He later became part of the Reds' radio broadcast team.

Reader's Guide

Nuxhall pitched for the Reds in the 1961 World Series, which the Reds lost. He did not appear in the 1975 or 1976 World Series. His MLB career spanned from 1944 to 1966, with a brief return in 1977 after time in the minors.

Did You Know?

• Joe Nuxhall's MLB debut was on June 10, 1944, at age 15.
• His final MLB appearance was on September 8, 1977.
• The span between his debut and final appearance is 33 years, 2 months, and 29 days, but the record is commonly cited as 34 years because it covers parts of 34 different seasons.