Known throughout baseball history as “The Big Cat,” Johnny Mize remains one of MLB’s most balanced and intimidating offensive forces. Growing up in rural Georgia, he quickly showed outstanding natural ability, setting the stage for a Hall-of-Fame career. His path to MLB dominance started with impressive minor-league performances, earning a

Johnny Mize, often remembered as “The Big Cat,” 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, laying the groundwork for an iconic career that would eventually lead to Cooperstown. His path to MLB dominance starte