Peter,

Who was the first American League shortstop to have a season where he hit thirty home runs, drive in at least a hundred runs and bat .300 or better?

Hint: #1 He went longer between Most Valuable Player Awards than any position player.

Hint: #2 Few people know he had a season when he led the majors in total bases.

Thursday’s question answered:

Q. Who has had more at-bats than any other left-handed major league player?

Hint: #1 He was the first American League player to earn a Gold Glove and win the batting title the same season.

Hint: #2 He was the only player to collect a hit against Satchel Paige upon Paige’s return to the majors after a twelve-year absence.

A. CARL YASTRZEMSKI  [SABR Bio]

– Ans. Yaz had 11,988 AB. Only BB Rose & BR Aaron had more.

– #1 In 1963, not only did he warn a GG & hit .321, but he also led in hits (183), doubles (40), walks (95), OBP (.418) & made the first of his 18 All-Star appearances.

– #2 On 25-Sep-1965, with both teams the only serious candidates for last place in the AL, Paige was brought in to open for KCAagainst BOS. Paige pitched 3 shutout innings, a double by Yaz in the 1^st was the only hit. Read here.

FCR – Sarah Grynpas, Philadelphia

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