Panamanian Hall of Famer and seven-time batting champion whose silky smooth swing, consistent contact and exceptional instincts produced a career .328 batting average and made him one of the finest hitters of his era.
Rod Carew is one of baseball's greatest contact hitters, a seven-time AL batting champion who consistently hit .330 or higher across his career. The 1977 AL MVP came within points of hitting .400 that season, finishing at .388. His extraordinary bat control, ability to slash hits to any part of the field, and exceptional plate discipline made him one of the most skilled hitters in baseball history.
Exceptional hitting ability and seven batting titles
How They Played
Contact hitter with exceptional bat control and speed
Lasting Impact
One of the greatest contact hitters in baseball history