Dave Kingman
Baseball player with home run records
Born
December 21st, 1948
76 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American baseball player participated in Major League Baseball from 1969 to 1986. Played for the San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs, New York Mets, and Oakland Athletics. Recorded over 440 home runs throughout the career and earned a reputation as a powerful slugger. Achieved a season-high of 48 home runs in 1971 while playing for the Chicago Cubs. Also recognized for contributions to the teams with home run hitting prowess and offensive contributions during the prime years.
Hit 442 home runs during MLB career
Led the National League with 48 home runs in 1971
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