Geneseo Big League Players


Joe McGinnity

 Newly discovered records show that Major League Hall of Fame pitcher Joe 'Iron Man' McGinnity was not born in Rock Island but on a farm just outside of Geneseo on March 19,1871. To learn more about 'Iron Man' McGinnity click on the photo below or look him up on the National Baseball Hall of Fame website.

Meet Jack Wanner

Jack Wanner was born in Geneseo, lived his life here and is buried in Oakwood Cemetary. He is one of only two men born in Geneseo who ever made it to the Major Leagues. Find out more by clicking on the picture below.