3 reasons why Dave Kingman should be inducted: Impressive Power Hitter: Dave Kingman was a prolific home run hitter who recorded 442 career home runs, ranking him among the top 40 players of all time. He was also the first player in MLB history to record three seasons with at least 35 home runs for three different teams, a testament to his ability to hit for power and consistency. Longevity: Kingman played in the major leagues for 16 seasons, a testament to his longevity and durability as a player. He was consistently productive throughout his career and was a feared hitter who struck fear in opposing pitchers. All-Star Appearances: Kingman was selected to three All-Star Games during his career, which demonstrates his impact and recognition among his peers and the league. 3 reasons why Dave Kingman should not be inducted: Lack of Consistency: While Kingman had a reputation as a powerful hitter, he also had a tendency to be streaky and inconsistent. He had a career batting average of .2...
DAVE CONCEPCION Positions : Shortstop, Second Baseman and Third Baseman Full Name : David Ismael Concepcion Benitez Bats : Right - Throws : Right Born : June 17, 1948 in Ocumare de la Costa, Aragua, Venezuela Organizations : Cincinnati Reds (19) DAVE CONCEPCION'S WALL OF GLORY HONORS AND AWARDS All Star: 9 (1973, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982) AS MVP: 1 (1982) Gold Gloves: 5 (1974, 1975, 1976m 1977, 1979) Silver Sluggers: 2 (1981, 1982) World Series Rings: 2 (1975, 1976) FIELDING Def. Games as SS: 1 (1977) PO as SS: 1 (1976) Assists as SS: 2 (1974, 1976) Double Plays Turned as SS: 1 (1979) Fielding % as SS: 1 (1977) FACTS: Dave Concepcion was considered by many to be the best SS of the 1970s. He formed with the Hall of Fame member Joe Morgan one of the best middle-infield combinations of their era. He followed the footsteps of great Venezuelan Shortstops (and his heroes) Luis Aparicio ...
MARK McGWIRE "Big Mac" Positions : First Baseman Full Name : Mark David McGwire Bats : Right - Throws : Right Born : October 1, 1963 in Pomona, California, USA Organizations : Oakland Athletics (12), St. Louis Cardinals (5) MARK McGWIRE'S WALL OF GLORY HONORS AND AWARDS All Star: 12 (1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000) Rookie of the Year: 1 (1987) Gold Gloves: 1 (1990) Silver Sluggers: 3 (1992, 1996, 1998) HR Derby Champ: 1 (1992) World Series Rings: 1 (1989) BATTING HR Leader: 4 (1987, 1996, 1998, 1999) RBI Leader: 1 (1999) OBP Leader: 2 (1996, 1998) SLG Leader: 4 (1987, 1992, 1996, 1998) OPS Leader: 2 (1996, 1998) BB Leader: 2: (1990, 1998) FIELDING Putouts: 1 (1990) Def. Games as 1B: 1 (1990) Putouts as 1B: 1 (1990) Assists as 1B: 1 (1991) FACTS: An immensely popular player during his playing time, Mark McGwire's strength were HR and BB. Mark McGwire is one of the most prolific H...
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