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Vladimir Guerrero is a retired professional baseball right fielder who played 16 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), most notably for the Montreal Expos and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. He was known for his aggressive batting approach, strong throwing arm, and ability to make contact with pitches thrown outside the strike zone. The 2004 American League MVP and a nine-time All-Star, Guerrero recorded 449 career home runs and was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2018.
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Vladimir Guerrero ranks #91 of 209 in the Baseball Player ranking, behind Craig Biggio, ahead of Paul Molitor.
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Why was Vladimir Guerrero famous for swinging at bad pitches?
Guerrero combined exceptional bat control with an unusually large hitting zone, sometimes driving balls thrown near the ground or far outside. He finished his major-league career with a .318 batting average and 449 home runs.
Did Vladimir Guerrero enter the Hall of Fame as an Expo or an Angel?
His Hall of Fame plaque depicts him wearing an Angels cap. Guerrero spent more seasons with the Montreal Expos, but won the 2004 American League MVP award in his first season with Anaheim.
Did Vladimir Guerrero ever play in a World Series?
Yes. He reached the 2010 World Series with the Texas Rangers, who lost to the San Francisco Giants in five games.
Is Vladimir Guerrero Jr. his son?
Yes. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. followed him to Major League Baseball with the Toronto Blue Jays, although the younger Guerrero plays primarily first base rather than right field.
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