Ron Cey

Ron Cey, universally known as ‘the Penguin,’ made his impactful Major League Baseball debut on September 3, 1971, with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He swiftly established himself as a cornerstone of the Dodgers’ renowned All-Star infield, playing an instrumental role alongside teammates Steve Garvey, Davey Lopes, and Bill Russell for an impressive eight and a half years. Demonstrating consistent prowess at the plate, Cey earned six consecutive All-Star selections from 1974 to 1979. His powerful hitting ability was notably highlighted in April 1977 when he was named NL Player of the Month after batting an exceptional .425, hitting 9 home runs, and setting a major league record with 29 RBIs for that single month.

Cey concluded his distinguished 16-season professional career in 1987, finishing his final year with the Oakland Athletics. Throughout his extensive career, which spanned 2,073 games, Cey accumulated a remarkable .261 batting average, blasted 316 home runs, and drove in an impressive 1,139 RBIs, showcasing enduring productivity and power. Ron Cey’s profound and lasting impact on the sport of baseball, particularly with the Los Angeles Dodgers, continues to be celebrated. His remarkable achievements and contributions to the franchise will be permanently enshrined in 2025 when he is formally inducted into the exclusive Legends of Dodger Baseball, a fitting testament to his storied career and indelible mark on the game.