HALL OF FAME: Tony Perez, 2000

TONY PEREZ, First Base

Born: May 14, 1942 in Camaguey, Cuba

Bats: Right / Throws: Right

Hall of Fame Induction: 2000

Teams: Cincinnati Reds (1964–1976, 1984–1986), Montreal Expos (1977–1979), Boston Red Sox (1980–1982), Philadelphia Phillies (1983)

MLB debut: July 26, 1964, for the Cincinnati Reds

Last MLB appearance: October 5, 1986 for the Cincinnati Reds

Hall of Fame plaque:

“A clutch performer throughout an illustrious 23-year career, he tormented the opposition with his ability to consistently drive in runs. His composure under pressure led to 379 home runs, 505 doubles and 1652 RBIs, including seven 100 RBI seasons and 954 RBI in the 1970s. A catalyst of Cincinnati’s talented Big Red Machine teams during the 1970s, his subtle leadership and timely hitting helped pace those clubs to five division titles for pennants and two World Series championships.”

Career:

Batting average: .279

Home runs: 379

RBI: 1,652

Hits: 2,732

Highlights:

World Series champion (2): 1975, 1976

All-Star (7): 1967, 1969–1975

All-Star Game MVP: 1967

Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame inductee

Cincinnati Reds No. 24 retired