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Anthony Keith Gwynn Sr. (May 9, 1960 – June 16, 2014), nicknamed " Mr. Padre ", was an American professional baseball right fielder, who played 20 seasons (1982–2001) in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the San Diego Padres. The left-handed hitting Gwynn won eight batting titles in his career, tied for the most in National League (NL) history.
Tony Gwynn Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More | Baseball-Reference.com. Position: Rightfielder. Bats: Left • Throws: Left. 5-11 , 185lb (180cm, 83kg) Born: May 9, 1960 in Los Angeles, CA. More bio, uniform, draft, salary info. Hall of Fame. 15x All-Star. 5x Gold Glove. 7x Silver Slugger. 8x Batting Title. 19 19 19 19.
- May 9, 1960
Jun 16, 2014 · The greatest Padres player and one of the best hitters of his era, Gwynn battled salivary gland cancer for years before passing away in 2014. He won eight NL batting titles, 3,141 hits and two pennants with San Diego, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2007.
Jun 16, 2014 · Remembering Tony Gwynn, the greatest pure hitter of his generation who died in 2014 after battling cancer. Learn about his perfect left-handed swing, his eight batting titles, his impact on San Diego Padres and baseball, and his son's career.
Jun 16, 2014 · Tony Gwynn, who won a record eight National League batting championships, amassed 3,141 hits and gained acclaim as one of baseball’s most passionate students of the art of hitting, died on Monday...
Tony Gwynn was a Hall of Fame outfielder for the San Diego Padres from 1982 to 2001. He won eight NL batting titles, five Silver Sluggers, and one MVP award, and had a career average of .338.
Learn about Tony Gwynn, the left-handed batter who spent his entire 20-year career with the San Diego Padres and won eight National League batting titles. See his career stats, stories, related Hall of Famers and more.
