Tuesday, September 24, 2024

1974: Al Kaline got # 3,000






Al Kaline was one of the most consistent hitters of the 20th century.  He was also a superb right fielder.   


On this day in 1974, Al Kaline got # 3,000 in a game against the Orioles in Baltimore.   He retired at the end of the season   Overall, Kaline retired with 3,007 hits, a .297 career average, 399 home runs and 1,582 RBI.

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