American · Bristol, USA · Born 15 June 1958American baseball third baseman and Hall of Famer, five-time AL batting champion known for exceptional hitting consistency and plate discipline.
Wade Boggs is one of baseball's greatest hitters, a five-time AL batting champion with the Boston Red Sox who hit .328 over a 18-year career. Known for his exceptional discipline and bat control, Boggs had an extraordinary ability to draw walks and avoid strikeouts, producing seven consecutive seasons with over 200 hits. His transition to the New York Yankees and World Series title in 1996 added to his legendary career.
Third baseman known for exceptional hitting ability and batting titles
How They Played
Contact hitter with excellent plate discipline and defensive skills at third base
Lasting Impact
Hall of Fame third baseman, one of the greatest contact hitters in baseball history
Career Honours
- AL Batting Champion 1983
- AL Batting Champion 1985
- AL Batting Champion 1986
- AL Batting Champion 1987
- AL Batting Champion 1988
- World Series Champion 1996
- 5× Gold Glove Award (1994–1995, 1987–1988, 1994)
- AL All-Star selection 1985
- AL All-Star selection 1986
- AL All-Star selection 1987
- AL All-Star selection 1988
- AL All-Star selection 1989
- AL All-Star selection 1991
- AL All-Star selection 1992
- AL All-Star selection 1993
- AL All-Star selection 1994
- AL All-Star selection 1996
- Baseball Hall of Fame inductee 2005
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Red Sox | 1982–1992 | 1625 | #26 |
| New York Yankees | 1993–1997 | 508 | #26 |
| Tampa Bay Devil Rays | 1998–1999 | 90 | — |
American Athletes