Ed Kirkpatrick facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ed Kirkpatrick |
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Kirkpatrick in 1976.
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| Outfielder / Catcher | |||
| Born: October 8, 1944 Spokane, Washington, U.S. |
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| Died: November 15, 2010 (aged 66) Mission Viejo, California, U.S. |
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| debut | |||
| September 13, 1962, for the Los Angeles Angels | |||
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| October 2, 1977, for the Milwaukee Brewers | |||
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| Batting average | .238 | ||
| Home runs | 85 | ||
| Runs batted in | 424 | ||
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Edgar Leon Kirkpatrick, known as Ed, was an American professional baseball player. He was born on October 8, 1944, and passed away on November 15, 2010. Ed played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for 16 seasons, from 1962 to 1977. He was a versatile player, meaning he could play different positions like outfielder and catcher.
Ed played for several teams during his career. These included the Los Angeles / California Angels, Kansas City Royals, Pittsburgh Pirates, Texas Rangers, and Milwaukee Brewers.
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Baseball Career Highlights
Ed Kirkpatrick had a long and successful career in baseball. He played in over 1,300 games during his 16 seasons. He was known for his hitting and his ability to get on base.
Playing for the Pirates
While playing for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Ed helped his team achieve great success. The Pirates won the National League Eastern Division in both the 1974 and 1975 seasons. This means they were champions of their part of the league.
Final Hit at Municipal Stadium
Ed Kirkpatrick holds a special place in baseball history in Kansas City. On October 4, 1972, he got the very last hit ever recorded at Municipal Stadium. This was a single hit in the 8th inning of the final game played there.
Impressive Stats
Over his career, Ed Kirkpatrick achieved some notable statistics. He hit 85 home runs and had 424 RBI (Runs Batted In). He also had 824 hits and a batting average of .238. These numbers show he was a consistent player for his teams.
Life After Baseball
Ed Kirkpatrick considered Glendora, California his hometown. He graduated from high school there. The city of Glendora honors his memory every year. They present the Ed Kirkpatrick award to a citizen who has done the most for local youth.
Health Challenges
In 1981, after leaving a charity event, Ed was involved in a car accident. The next day, he faced serious health issues due to a blood clot. He had to undergo brain surgery. After this, he was in a coma for about five and a half months. The accident left him permanently paralyzed.
Ed Kirkpatrick passed away at the age of 66 in Mission Viejo, California. He had been battling throat cancer for a long time.
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Ed Kirkpatrick in 1976.
