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Encyclopedia > Baseball record holders
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This is a list of North American Major League Baseball record holders. Major Leagues redirects here. ...

Contents

Batting records: career (1876-present)

  • Highest batting average: Ty Cobb, .366
  • Most home runs: Barry Bonds, 762
  • Most RBI: Hank Aaron, 2,297
  • Most hits: Pete Rose, 4,256
  • Most runs scored: Rickey Henderson, 2,295
  • Highest on-base percentage: Ted Williams, .482
  • Most stolen bases: Rickey Henderson, 1,406
  • Highest slugging percentage: Babe Ruth, .690
  • Highest OPS: Babe Ruth, 1.164
  • Most walks: Barry Bonds, 2,553
  • Most intentional walks: Barry Bonds, 686
  • Most strikeouts: Reggie Jackson, 2,597
  • Most at-bats: Pete Rose, 14,053
  • Most total bases: Hank Aaron, 6,856
  • Most runs created: Babe Ruth, 2,757
  • Most games played: Pete Rose, 3,562
  • Most MVP Awards Won: Barry Bonds, 7

Tyrus Raymond Ty Cobb (December 18, 1886 – July 17, 1961), nicknamed The Georgia Peach, was a Hall of Fame baseball player and is regarded by historians and journalists[2][3] as the best player of the dead-ball era and as one of the greatest players of all time. ... Barry Lamar Bonds (born July 24, 1964 in Riverside, California) is currently a left fielder for the San Francisco Giants of Major League Baseball. ... Henry Louis Hank Aaron (born February 5, 1934 in Mobile, Alabama), nicknamed Hammer, Hammerin Hank”, or Bad Henry”, is a retired American baseball player whose Major League Baseball (MLB) career spanned the 1950s through the 1970s. ... Charlie Hustle redirects here. ... Rickey Henley Henderson (born December 25, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois) is a former Major League Baseball outfielder who is baseballs all-time leader in stolen bases[1] and runs scored. ... Theodore Samuel Williams (August 30, 1918 – July 5, 2002), best known as Ted Williams, nicknamed The Kid, the Splendid Splinter, Teddy Ballgame and The Thumper, was an American left fielder in Major League Baseball. ... This article is about the baseball player. ... In baseball statistics, on-base plus slugging (denoted by OPS) incorporates on base percentage (OBP) and slugging percentage (SLG). ... Reginald Martinez Reggie Jackson (born May 18, 1946), nicknamed Mr. ...

Batting records: single season (1876-present)

* Prior to 1898, a player was credited with a stolen base if he took an extra base on a base hit by another player. E.g., with a man on first base, batter singles to right field; the runner reaches second base, then continues to third, for which he was credited with a stolen base. The single-season record under modern rules is 130 by Rickey Henderson in 1982.

Hugh Duffy of the Boston Red Sox at Comiskey Park in 1921. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1894 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2001 throughout the world. ... // Biography Lewis Robert Hack Wilson (April 26, 1900 – November 23, 1948) was an American center fielder in Major League Baseball from 1923 to 1934. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1930 throughout the world. ... Ichiro Suzuki ), often known simply as Ichiro ), (born October 22, 1973 in Toyoyama, Nishikasugai, Aichi Prefecture, Japan) is a Japanese outfielder for the Seattle Mariners Major League Baseball team. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2004 throughout the world. ... Billy Hamilton on an 1887-1890 Goodwin & Company baseball card (Old Judge (N172)). William Robert Sliding Billy Hamilton February 16, 1866 - December 15, 1940, was a 19th century Major League Baseball player. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1894 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2004 throughout the world. ... Hugh Nicol baseball card Hugh Nicol (January 1, 1858 in Campsie, Scotland - June 27, 1921) was an American outfielder in Major League Baseball. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1887 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2001 throughout the world. ... In baseball statistics, on-base plus slugging (denoted by OPS) incorporates on base percentage (OBP) and slugging percentage (SLG). ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2004 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2004 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2004 throughout the world. ... Ryan James Howard (born November 19, 1979, in St. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2007 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1921 throughout the world. ... Joseph Paul DiMaggio, born Giuseppe Paolo DiMaggio, Jr. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1941 throughout the world. ... James Calvin Jimmy Rollins (born November 27, 1978 in Oakland, California), nicknamed J-Roll, is an All-Star and MVP Shortstop for the Philadelphia Phillies. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2007 throughout the world. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1982 throughout the world. ...

Pitching records: career (1876-present)

*Even though Hershiser's 59 consecutive scoreless innings occurred completely in 1988, some other pitchers have had streaks spanning more than one season. Thus, it is necessary to put the record over a career.

For the Major League Baseball award, see Cy Young Award. ... For the Major League Baseball award, see Cy Young Award. ... Ed Walsh of the Chicago White Sox at Comiskey Park in 1913. ... Lynn Nolan Ryan, Jr. ... Lynn Nolan Ryan, Jr. ... Walter Perry Johnson (November 6, 1887-December 10, 1946), American professional baseball pitcher. ... For the Major League Baseball award, see Cy Young Award. ... For the Major League Baseball award, see Cy Young Award. ... In baseball, walks plus hits per inning pitched (WHIP) is a sabermetric measurement of how many baserunners a pitcher is responsible for allowing per inning pitched. ... Addie Joss, 1911 American Tobacco Company baseball card Adrian Joss (April 12, 1880 – April 14, 1911) was a Major League Baseball pitcher in the early 20th century. ... Trevor William Hoffman (October 13, 1967 in Bellflower, California) is a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who has played for the San Diego Padres since 1993. ... Spurgeon Ferdinand Spud Chandler (September 12, 1907 - January 9, 1990) was an American right-handed starting pitcher in Major League Baseball who played his entire career for the New York Yankees from 1937 through 1947. ... Jesse Russell Orosco (born April 21, 1957 in Santa Barbara, California) is a former relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who holds the major league record for career pitching appearances. ... Orël Leonard Hershiser IV (born September 16, 1958) is a former professional right-handed pitcher and is currently an analyst for Baseball Tonight on ESPN. In 1988, he won the Cy Young Award, the NLCS MVP and the World Series MVP with the L.A. Dodgers. ...

Live-ball era (1920-present)

(if different from overall records) The live-ball era, also referred to as the lively ball era, is the period in Major League Baseball beginning in 1920, following the dead-ball era. ...

Warren Edward Spahn (April 23, 1921 – November 24, 2003) was an American left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for 21 seasons, all in the National League. ... Lynn Nolan Ryan, Jr. ... James Hoyt Wilhelm (July 26, 1922 in Huntersville, North Carolina - August 23, 2002 in Sarasota, Florida) was an American pitcher in Major League Baseball. ... Whitey Fords number 16 was retired by the New York Yankees in 1974 Edward Charles Whitey Ford (born October 21, 1928) is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. ... Warren Edward Spahn (April 23, 1921 – November 24, 2003) was an American left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for 21 seasons, all in the National League. ... 1970 Topps super card #15 Philip Henry Niekro (born April 1, 1939 in Blaine, Ohio) is a former pitcher in Major League Baseball and member of the Baseball Hall of Fame. ... Warren Edward Spahn (April 23, 1921 – November 24, 2003) was an American left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for 21 seasons, all in the National League. ... In baseball, walks plus hits per inning pitched (WHIP) is a sabermetric measurement of how many baserunners a pitcher is responsible for allowing per inning pitched. ... This article is about the multiple All-Star/Cy Young right-handed pitcher. ...

Pitching records: single season (1876-present)

Charles Radbourn on a 1887-1890 Goodwin & Company baseball card (Old Judge (N172)). Charles Gardner Radbourn (December 11, 1854 - February 5, 1897), nicknamed Old Hoss, was a pitcher in Major League Baseball prior to the turn of the 20th century. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1884 throughout the world. ... John Francis Coleman (March 6, 1863, Saratoga Springs, New York - May 31, 1922, Detroit, Michigan) was an American professional baseball player. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1883 throughout the world. ... Tim Keefe on an 1888 Goodwin & Company baseball card (Goodwin Champions (N162)). Timothy John Tim Keefe (b. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1880 throughout the world. ... Matthew Aloysius Kilroy (June 21, 1866 - March 2, 1940) was an American left-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1886 throughout the world. ... Grover Cleveland Alexander of the Philadelphia Phillies in 1915. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1916 throughout the world. ... For other uses, see: George Bradley (MLB outfielder)   George Washington Bradley (July 13, 1852 - October 2, 1931), nicknamed Grin, was an American pitcher and infielder in Major League Baseball who batted and threw right-handed. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1876 throughout the world. ... William Walter White (October 11, 1854 - August 31, 1911) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher who made his debut on July 20, 1877 with the Boston Red Caps at the age of 23. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1879 throughout the world. ... William Walter White (October 11, 1854 - August 31, 1911) was an American Major League Baseball pitcher who made his debut on July 20, 1877 with the Boston Red Caps at the age of 23. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1879 throughout the world. ... This article is about the multiple All-Star/Cy Young right-handed pitcher. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 2000 throughout the world. ... Robert Thomas Thigpen (born July 17, 1963 in Tallahassee, Florida) is an American former relief pitcher in Major League Baseball noted for setting the major league (and American League) record of 57 saves during the 1990 season. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1990 throughout the world. ... Elroy Leon Face (born February 20, 1928 in Stephentown, New York) is a former relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Pittsburgh Pirates (1953, 1955-68), Detroit Tigers (1968) and Montreal Expos (1969). ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1959 throughout the world. ... John Francis Coleman (March 6, 1863, Saratoga Springs, New York - May 31, 1922, Detroit, Michigan) was an American professional baseball player. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1883 throughout the world. ... John Francis Coleman (March 6, 1863, Saratoga Springs, New York - May 31, 1922, Detroit, Michigan) was an American professional baseball player. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1883 throughout the world. ...

Live-ball era (1920-present)

(if different from all-time records)

James Charles Jacob Bagby, Sr. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1920 throughout the world. ... Robert Moses Lefty Grove (March 6, 1900 - May 22, 1975) was one of the greatest pitchers in Major League Baseball history. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1931 throughout the world. ... Dennis Dale Denny McLain (born March 29, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois) is a former American professional baseball player. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1968 throughout the world. ... Samuel Paul Derringer (October 17, 1906 Springfield, KY - November 17, 1987 Sarasota, FL) was a pitcher with a 15 year career from 1931 to 1945. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1933 throughout the world. ... This article is about the pitcher. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1968 throughout the world. ... Lynn Nolan Ryan, Jr. ... This article is currently under construction // This year in baseball Events January-March January 3 - A group of investors, headed by shipbuilder George Steinbrenner, purchases the New York Yankees from CBS for $10 million. ... This article is about the pitcher. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1968 throughout the world. ... Michael Stephen Lolich (born September 12, 1940 in Portland, Oregon) was a baseball pitcher in the Major Leagues from 1962 until 1979, playing the majority of his career with the Detroit Tigers. ... This article is currently under construction // This year in baseball Events January 31 - The new Special Veterans Committee selects seven men for enshrinement to the Hall of Fame: former players Dave Bancroft, Jake Beckley, Chick Hafey, Harry Hooper, Joe Kelley, Rube Marquard, and executive George Weiss. ... Robert William Andrew Bob Feller (born November 3, 1918 in Van Meter, Iowa), nicknamed the Heater from Van Meter and Rapid Robert, is an American former Major League Baseball pitcher and Hall of Famer. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1946 throughout the world. ... George Ernest Uhle (September 18, 1898 – February 26, 1985) was a Major League Baseball pitcher. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1923 throughout the world. ... Louis Bobo Newsom, (1907-1962), also known as Buck, was a Major League Baseball pitcher for a number of teams from the late 1920s to the early 1950s. ... The following are the baseball events of the year 1938 throughout the world. ...

Hitting records: single game (1876-present)

  • Most hits in a nine-inning game: 7, Wilbert Robinson, June 10, 1892, and Rennie Stennett, September 16, 1975.
  • Most hits in an extra-inning game: 9, by 22 players.[1]
  • Most total bases in a nine-inning game: 19 (4 home runs, a double and a single), Shawn Green, May 23, 2002.

Wilbert Robinson on a 1895 Mayo Cut Plug (N300) baseball card. ... Rennie Stennett, born Renaldo Antonio Stennett Porte (April 5, 1951 in Colón, Panama), is a former second baseman in Major League Baseball. ... Shawn David Green (born November 10, 1972, in Des Plaines, Illinois) is a 6 4 left-handed Major League Baseball player. ...

Pitching records: single game (1876-present)

Charlie Sweeney (April 13, 1863 - April 4, 1902), was a major league baseball pitcher, from 1882 through 1887. ... Thomas Edgar Cheney (October 14, 1934 - November 1, 2001) was a former Major League Baseball player. ... Kerry Lee Wood (born June 16, 1977 in Irving, Texas) is an American baseball player. ... William Roger Clemens (born August 4, 1962, in Dayton, Ohio), is a starting pitcher for the New York Yankees, and is one of the preeminent pitchers in Major League history. ... For other people named Randy Johnson, see Randy Johnson (disambiguation) Randall David Johnson (born September 10, 1963), nicknamed the Big Unit, is a southpaw American starting pitcher who currently plays for Major League Baseballs Arizona Diamondbacks. ... Paul Eugene Foytack (born November 16, 1930, in Scranton, Pennsylvania) was a Major League Baseball pitcher from 1953 to 1964. ... Sebern Chase Wright (born February 8, 1983, in Wichita Falls, Texas) is an American baseball player with the New York Yankees. ...

Other Records

Ray Schalk of the Chicago White Sox at Comiskey Park in 1913. ... Jason Andrew Varitek (born April 11, 1972 in Rochester, Michigan) is an American baseball player. ... Charles Dillon Casey Stengel (July 30, 1890 - September 29, 1975), nicknamed The Old Professor, was an American baseball player and manager from the early 1910s into the 1960s. ... Joseph McCarthy This article is about the American politician. ... Charles Dillon Casey Stengel (July 30, 1890 - September 29, 1975), nicknamed The Old Professor, was an American baseball player and manager from the early 1910s into the 1960s. ... John McGraw can refer to different people: John McGraw (merchant), (1815-1877), was a New York lumber tycoon, and one of the founding trustees of Cornell University. ... Charles Dillon Casey Stengel (July 30, 1890 - September 29, 1975), nicknamed The Old Professor, was an American baseball player and manager from the early 1910s into the 1960s. ... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 23, 32, 37, 44, 49 Name New York Yankees (1913–present) New York Highlanders (1903-1912) Baltimore Orioles (1901-1902) (Also referred to as... Major league affiliations American League (1901–present) East Division (1969–present) Current uniform Retired Numbers 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 23, 32, 37, 44, 49 Name New York Yankees (1913–present) New York Highlanders (1903-1912) Baltimore Orioles (1901-1902) (Also referred to as...

See also

  • List of single-game baseball records

The following is a list of single-game baseball records and unusual events. ...

References

  1. ^ Records for hits at baseball-almanac.com

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