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Why is Mark Grace not a Hall of Famer?
(In fact, Grace and Pete Rose are the ONLY Major Leaguers to lead a decade in hits not elected to Cooperstown.) Ballplayers need 75% of votes for induction and 5% to stay on future ballots, and in Grace’s only time of consideration, he got only 4.1%, so he was dropped for further eligibility.
Should Mark Grace be in the Hall of Fame?
All in all, it is highly doubtful Mark Grace will be elected into the Hall of Fame based solely on his career as a player. One must remember that HOF induction is a very select honor. Of all the major league players to ever take the field, only 200 have been enshrined through 2008….
| Cap Anson | |
| H | 2,995 |
| R | 1,719 |
| 2B | 528 |
| HR | 97 |
Who was the last Cub to hit for the cycle?
Andre Dawson
No Cubs player has hit for the cycle since Mark Grace on May 9, 1993, completing it with a three-run homer in the ninth inning of a 5–4 loss to the Padres. Of course, the Cubs lost. The last time a Cub hit for the cycle in a victory was Andre Dawson on April 29, 1987.
Where did Mark Grace go to college?
San Diego State University
Saddleback College
Mark Grace/College
Draft: Drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 15th round of the 1984 MLB January Draft-Regular Phase from Saddleback College (Mission Viejo, CA) and the Chicago Cubs in the 24th round of the 1985 MLB June Amateur Draft from San Diego State University (San Diego, CA).
What is Mark Grace doing now?
In February 2020, he was hired as a select analyst for Chicago Cubs broadcasts, continuing being the lead color commentator with Fox Sports Arizona. Grace made headlines once again in 2020 while on air when he called his ex-wife a ‘dingbat’ on a live telecast.
How many Gold Gloves did Mark Grace win?
four Gold Glove Awards
He had a career on-base percentage of . 383 and collected four Gold Glove Awards and was a three-time All-Star (1993, 1995, 1997). He holds the distinction of having the most hits and doubles of any player in the 1990s.
How old is Trea Turner?
28 years (June 30, 1993)
Trea Turner/Age
Who is Ryne Sandberg married to?
Margaret Koehnemannm. 1995
Cindy Whitem. 1979–1995
Ryne Sandberg/Spouse
Sandberg married his high school sweetheart, Cindy, and the couple had two children, Justin and Lindsey. They divorced in July 1995. Sandberg married Margaret in August 1995. She has three children from her former marriage, BR, Adriane and Steven.
Where did Mark Grace grow up?
Mark Grace
| High School: | Tustin High School (Tustin, CA) | |
|---|---|---|
| College: | San Diego State University | |
| Bats: | Left | Left |
| Height: | 6-02 | 190 |
| First Game: | 05-02-1988 (Age 23) |
Is Mark Grace still with marquee sports?
The absence of Mark Grace’s name on press release was an oversight, according to Marquee. He may still return for some games in 2021.
How many hits did Mark Grace have in the 1990s?
Grace collected the most hits (1,754) and doubles (364) of any player in the 1990s[1]. Grace and Pete Rose are the only Major League Baseball players to lead a decade in hits and not be in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Grace also had the most sacrifice flies in the 1990s with 73.
When was Mark Grace drafted to the twins?
Mark Grace. Draft: Drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 15th round of the 1984 MLB January Draft-Regular Phase and the Chicago Cubs in the 24th round of the 1985 MLB June Amateur Draft.
What was Mark Grace’s career on base percentage?
He had a career on-base percentage of .383 and collected four Gold Glove Awards and was a three-time All-Star (1993, 1995, 1997). He holds the distinction of having the most hits and doubles of any player in the 1990s.
When did Mark Grace win the World Series?
Mark Eugene Grace (born June 28, 1964) is a former Major League Baseball first baseman for 16 seasons with the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks. He won the 2001 World Series with the Diamondbacks, beating the New York Yankees.