1987 Don Baylor Breaks the Hit-by-Pitch Record

On June 28, 1987, Don Baylor stood tall—and got plunked for the 244th time, setting an MLB record for most hit-by-pitches. Known for crowding the plate and never flinching, Baylor turned bruises into a badge of honor. Want more quirky records and gritty legends? Click below and dig into the stats!

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