Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Lou Brock - Stolen Base Record

Aug 29, 1977 San Diego Stadium, San Diego, Ca
Padres defeat the Cardinals 4-3

Lou Brock played 19 years in the majors. Chicago Cubs (1961-1964) St Louis Cardinals (1964-1979)
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1985 and the St Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame 2014

Brock was known for his ability to steal a base, breaking Ty Cobb's All-time career record of 892, and Maury Wills' single season record in 1974 with 118. Brock would finish his career with 938 stolen bases
  • 6-time All-star
  • 8-time National League Stolen Base leader
  • National League singles leader (1972)
  • runner-up for NL Most Valuable Player (1974)
  • Roberto Clemente Award (1975)
  • 3,000 hits (1979)
  • St Louis Cardinals #20 retired

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