That year, in addition to earning his second MVP award and third World Series ring, he acquired the nickname of 'Stan the Man' from the Brooklyn Dodgers fans.

Upon his return to baseball in 1946, he resumed his consistent hitting. He won his second World Series ring in 1944, then missed the entire 1945 season while serving with the US Navy during World War II. He was also named an All-Star for the 1st time and was selected as an All-Star representative in every subsequent season that he played. The following year, he led the National League in six different offensive categories and earned his first MVP award. In 1942, his first full season, the Cardinals won the World Series championship. Noted for his unique left-handed batting stance, he quickly established himself as a consistent and productive hitter. Signed to a professional baseball contract as a pitcher, he was converted to an outfielder prior to his major league debut in 1941. The son of a miner, he was an exceptional athlete during his high school years as he participated in basketball and baseball.

331 batting average during his career, was named the National League's Most Valuable Player (MVP) three times, as well as being a member of three World Series championship teams. A 24-time All-Star selection, he played in 3,026 games, accumulated 3,630 hits, 1,949 runs scored, 475 home runs, 1,951 runs batted in, and a. Nicknamed 'Stan the Man', he played for 22 seasons (1941 to 19 to 1963) as an outfielder and first baseman for the St. Hall of Fame Major League Baseball Player.

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