Eddie Murray

Eddie Murray, known as ‘Steady Eddie,’ established a Hall of Fame career as a switch-hitting first baseman and later transitioned into coaching roles. After being drafted by the Baltimore Orioles in the third round of the 1973 amateur draft, Eddie Murray made his Major League debut on April 7, 1977, as a designated hitter. His exceptional rookie season saw him play 160 games, achieving a .283 batting average with 27 home runs and 88 RBIs, earning him the prestigious American League Rookie of the Year award in 1977. Murray quickly established himself as a cornerstone for the Orioles, consistently delivering strong offensive and defensive performances throughout his tenure with the team from 1977 to 1988.

During this period, he averaged an impressive 28 home runs and 99 RBIs annually. His outstanding play led to eight All-Star Game selections (1978, 1981–1986, 1991), three Gold Glove Awards (1982–1984), and three Silver Slugger Awards (1983, 1984, 1990). A career highlight with the Orioles was winning the 1983 World Series, where he notably hit two home runs in the decisive Game 5. Following his impactful years with Baltimore, Murray was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1988, continuing his prolific career there from 1989 to 1991.

33 jersey. In 2003, Eddie Murray’s exceptional career was permanently honored with his induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, celebrating his extraordinary achievements and impact on the sport.