Hubie Brooks
Baseball player and All-Star selection
Born
September 24th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played Major League Baseball primarily as a third baseman and outfielder from 1980 to 1994. Most notable tenure was with the New York Mets, where contributions helped the team secure a National League pennant in 1986. Also played for the Montreal Expos and the Los Angeles Dodgers, earning recognition for consistent hitting and fielding. Selected as an All-Star in 1985 during his time with the Mets, showcasing a strong offensive performance throughout his career.
Helped the New York Mets win the 1986 National League pennant
Selected as an All-Star in 1985
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