Garry Templeton

Quick Facts

Full Name	Garry Templeton
Occupation	Baseball Player
Date Of Birth	Mar 24, 1956(1956-03-24)
Age	68
Birthplace	Lockney
Country	United States
Birth City	Texas
Horoscope	Pisces

Garry Templeton Biography

Garry Templeton is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on March 24, 1956 in Lockney, Texas, United States. A great defensive shortstop, who was famously traded to the Hall of Famer Great defensive shortstop who was famously traded for Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith..

He was a player in the 1970s as He played in the 1970s when he and Larry Bowa were considered two of the best shortstops in the league. as well as He played in the 1970s when he and Larry Bowa were considered two of the best shortstops in the league. were considered to be two of the best shortstops the game.

Born in Lockney, Texas, Templeton was hailed by many as one of the best players in baseball early in his career, which featured All-Star Game selections in 1977 and 1979. In the latter year, Templeton made history as the first switch-hitter to collect 100 hits from each side of the plate, a feat achieved only once more by Willie Wilson in 1980. His total of 211 hits led the National League, and with 19 triples, he led the league for a third consecutive season. He led the Cardinals in hits in 1977, 1978, and 1979. He caused some controversy in 1979 when, despite having better numbers than either Dave Concepción or Larry Bowa, two of the National League’s premier shortstops at the time, he wasn’t selected to start at shortstop for the National League All-Star team. He was named to the team as a reserve, but refused to go.

The quote, “If I ain’t startin’, I ain’t departin'” regarding the 1979 MLB All-Star Game is often mistakenly attributed to Templeton over his refusal to play. In reality, Jack Buck, Cardinals sportscaster at the time made the statement.

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Garry Templeton Net Worth

Garry Templeton is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Garry Templeton 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He soon became famous for his outstanding defensive shortstop, and later he became an outstanding hitter.

He was once unable to play at one All-Star Game because he wasn’t chosen as an All-Star.

Garry Lewis Templeton (born March 24, 1956) is an American former professional baseball player and minor league manager. He played as a shortstop in Major League Baseball for the St. Louis Cardinals, San Diego Padres, and New York Mets from 1976 to 1991.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Garry Templeton Dating?

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Templeton was inducted into the San Diego Padres Hall of Fame on August 8, 2015.

Facts & Trivia

Garry Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Garry Templeton celebrates birthday on March 24 of every year.

Is Garry Templeton in the Hall of Fame?

Garry Templeton also got redemption in San Diego. By all accounts, he was one of the leaders on those Padres teams and is now a member of the Padres Hall of Fame. Finally, Templeton has made a post playing career for himself in baseball by coaching in the minor leagues and scouting for several teams.

What is Garry Templeton doing now?

Templeton, 60, is now manager of the Chico Outlaws of the independent Golden Baseball League. At 33-12, the Outlaws had the best record in the North Division during the first half of the season. And among the players Templeton manages is first baseman John Urick (. 291, five home runs), Whitey Herzog’s grandson.

How many hits does Garry Templeton have?

Playing career His total of 211 hits led the National League, and with 19 triples, he led the league for a third consecutive season. He led the Cardinals in hits in 1977, 1978, and 1979.

When did Ozzie Smith get traded to the Cardinals?

Editors note: On Feb. 11, 1982 , the Cardinals made the trade that turned future Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith into a Redbird for most of his career. Smith, a 15-time All-Star, also won 13 consecutive Gold Gloves at shortstop.

Why did the Cardinals trade Gary Templeton?

Templeton’s refusal to participate in the 1979 All Star Game began a downward spiral with fans and the franchise which ultimately led to the 1982 trade.