Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson has died at the age of 86. Robinson spent his entire 23-year career in Baltimore, where he won two World Series and was an 18-time All-Star.
Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson has died at the age of 86.
“We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Brooks Robinson,” his family and the Baltimore Orioles said in a joint statement. “An integral part of our Orioles Family since 1955, he will continue to leave a lasting impact on our club, our community, and the sport of baseball.”
Robinson made 18 All-Star appearances over a 23-year career spent exclusively in Baltimore, and was a member of the franchise’s 1966 and 1970 World Series championship teams.
Signed in 1955 as a free agent, the Arkansas native originally was a second baseman before the Orioles moved him to third base, a position he excelled at over his career.
Robinson won 16 consecutive Gold Gloves (1960-75) and started 15 straight All-Star Games at third base (1960-74). He was known as the “Human Vacuum Cleaner” for his adept play at the hot corner. His 16 Gold Gloves are second only to pitcher Greg Maddux’s (18) for most won by a player at one position.
Robinson was also one of the best clutch hitters of his time, amassing 2,848 hits, 268 home runs and 1,357 RBIs.
