Nellie Fox was an American professional baseball player who played for the Chicago White Sox from 1950 to 1965. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997 and is remembered as one of the greatest second basemen in the history of the game. Fox was a three-time All-Star, won three Gold Glove Awards, and was the American League MVP in 1959. He was also known for his hustle and determination on the field, earning him the nickname 'The Mighty Mite'.