When menacing George Foster finally had the opportunity to play full-time for a full season, he became a .300 hitter. In his second full season, the quick-wristed slugger led the majors with 121 RBI. In his third full season, Foster used his trademark black bat to launch 52 homers and drive in 149 runs for the "Big Red Machine." He eventually led the major leeagues in RBI three consecutive seasons, while hitting at or near the .300 mark. He had ten seasons of 2 or more homers, and he retired with 348 on his ledger.
Teams George Foster Played For
San Francisco Giants (1969-1971) Cincinnati Reds (1971-1981) New York Mets (1982-1986) Chicago White Sox (1986)
Where does George Foster rank among baseball greats?
George Foster ranks #37 among the Top 50 all-time at LF. Rankings ⇒
Born George Arthur Foster was born on December 1, 1948, in Tuscaloosa, AL.
Post-Season Appearances
1972 National League Championship Series
1972 World Series
1975 National League Championship Series
1975 World Series
1976 National League Championship Series
1976 World Series
1979 National League Championship Series
