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Bobby Bonds

Athlete

Born: Died: American

Bobby Lee Bonds (March 15, 1946 – August 23, 2003) was an American right fielder in Major League Baseball from 1968 to 1981. He played for the San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees, California Angels, Chicago White Sox, Texas Rangers, Cleveland Indians, St. Louis Cardinals, and Chicago Cubs.

Noted for his combination of power hitting and speed, he was the first player to have more than two seasons of 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases, doing so a record five times (the record was matched only by his son Barry) and was the first to accomplish the feat in both major leagues. He became the second player to hit 300 career home runs and steal 300 bases, joining Willie Mays. Together with Barry, he is part of baseball's most renowned father-son combination, holding the record for combined home runs, RBIs and stolen bases. A prolific leadoff hitter, he also set major league records for most times leading off a game with a home run in a career (35) and a season (11, in 1973), both records that have since been broken.

Notable For

American baseball player

Bobby Bonds's Historical Timeline

  1. Bobby Bonds is born

    Bobby Bonds, American athlete, known for american baseball player, was born on 1946-03-15.

  2. San Francisco Giant Bobby Bonds is baseballs 4th 30-HR, 30-steal player

    San Francisco Giant Bobby Bonds is baseballs 4th 30-HR, 30-steal player

  3. MLB St. Louis Cardinals release outfielder Bobby Bonds

    The St. Louis Cardinals are an American professional baseball team based in St. Louis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bobby Bonds born?
Bobby Bonds was born on 1946-03-15 (American).
What is Bobby Bonds known for?
American baseball player
What historical events involved Bobby Bonds?
Bobby Bonds was involved in 3 recorded historical events, including Bobby Bonds is born, San Francisco Giant Bobby Bonds is baseballs 4th 30-HR, 30-steal player, MLB St. Louis Cardinals release outfielder Bobby Bonds.
When did Bobby Bonds die?
Bobby Bonds died on 2003-01-01.

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