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[[ | [[File:Ron Santo 1961.JPG|thumb]] [[File:Ron Santo 1973.jpg|thumb]] [[File:Ron Santo.JPG|thumb]] [[File:Santo Memorial (5235359985).jpg|thumb]] {{Infobox person | ||
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| name = Ron Santo | | name = Ron Santo | ||
| birth_date = February 25, 1940 | |||
| birth_place = Seattle, Washington, U.S. | |||
| death_date = December 3, 2010 | |||
| death_place = Scottsdale, Arizona, U.S. | |||
| occupation = Professional Baseball Player, Broadcaster | |||
| birth_date = | | teams = Chicago Cubs (1960–1973), Chicago White Sox (1974) | ||
| birth_place = | | position = Third Baseman | ||
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'''Ronald Edward Santo''' (February 25, 1940 – December 3, 2010) was an American [[ | '''Ronald Edward Santo''' (February 25, 1940 – December 3, 2010) was an American professional [[baseball]] player and broadcaster. He played as a [[third baseman]] in [[Major League Baseball]] (MLB) primarily for the [[Chicago Cubs]] from 1960 to 1973, and for the [[Chicago White Sox]] in 1974. Santo was a nine-time [[All-Star]] and a five-time [[Gold Glove Award]] winner. He was inducted into the [[Baseball Hall of Fame]] in 2012. | ||
== Early | ==Early Life and Career== | ||
Ron Santo was born in [[Seattle, Washington]]. He attended [[Franklin High School (Seattle) | Ron Santo was born in [[Seattle, Washington]], and grew up in a working-class family. He attended [[Franklin High School (Seattle)]], where he excelled in baseball. Santo signed with the Chicago Cubs as an amateur free agent in 1959 and made his major league debut on June 26, 1960. | ||
== Major League | ==Major League Career== | ||
Santo | Santo quickly established himself as one of the premier third basemen in the National League. Known for his power hitting and defensive prowess, Santo was a key player for the Cubs throughout the 1960s. He hit over 30 home runs in four different seasons and drove in over 100 runs in four seasons as well. | ||
=== Chicago Cubs === | ===Chicago Cubs (1960–1973)=== | ||
During his tenure with the Cubs, Santo became a fan favorite for his passionate play and leadership on the field. He was part of the Cubs' infield that included [[Ernie Banks]] and [[Billy Williams]], forming a formidable lineup. Despite his individual success, the Cubs struggled to reach the postseason during his career. | |||
=== Chicago White Sox === | ===Chicago White Sox (1974)=== | ||
Santo was traded to the Chicago White Sox in 1974, where he played his final season. He retired after the 1974 season, ending a 15-year career in the major leagues. | |||
== Broadcasting | ==Broadcasting Career== | ||
After retiring | After retiring from playing, Santo became a beloved broadcaster for the Chicago Cubs. He provided color commentary on Cubs radio broadcasts from 1990 until his death in 2010. His enthusiastic and sometimes emotional style endeared him to Cubs fans. | ||
== | ==Diabetes Advocacy== | ||
Santo | Santo was diagnosed with [[type 1 diabetes]] at the age of 18, a fact he kept secret for much of his playing career. He became a prominent advocate for diabetes research and awareness, raising millions of dollars for the [[Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation]]. | ||
== | ==Hall of Fame Induction== | ||
Despite his impressive career statistics, Santo was not elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame during his lifetime. He was posthumously inducted in 2012 by the Veterans Committee, recognizing his contributions to the game and his perseverance in the face of adversity. | |||
== | ==Legacy== | ||
Ron Santo is remembered as one of the greatest third basemen in baseball history and a beloved figure in Chicago sports. His number 10 was retired by the Chicago Cubs in 2003, and he remains a symbol of dedication and passion for the game. | |||
==Also see== | |||
* [[Chicago Cubs]] | * [[Chicago Cubs]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Baseball Hall of Fame]] | ||
* [[ | * [[Type 1 diabetes]] | ||
* [[Gold Glove Award]] | * [[Gold Glove Award]] | ||
* [[Major League Baseball All-Star Game]] | * [[Major League Baseball All-Star Game]] | ||
{{Chicago Cubs}} | |||
{{Baseball Hall of Fame}} | |||
[[Category:1940 births]] | [[Category:1940 births]] | ||
[[Category:2010 deaths]] | [[Category:2010 deaths]] | ||
[[Category:Chicago Cubs players]] | |||
[[Category:Chicago White Sox players]] | |||
[[Category:Major League Baseball broadcasters]] | [[Category:Major League Baseball broadcasters]] | ||
[[Category:National League All-Stars]] | |||
[[Category:Major League Baseball third basemen]] | [[Category:Major League Baseball third basemen]] | ||
[[Category:People with type 1 diabetes]] | |||
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Latest revision as of 15:40, 9 December 2024
Ronald Edward Santo (February 25, 1940 – December 3, 2010) was an American professional baseball player and broadcaster. He played as a third baseman in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily for the Chicago Cubs from 1960 to 1973, and for the Chicago White Sox in 1974. Santo was a nine-time All-Star and a five-time Gold Glove Award winner. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2012.
Early Life and Career[edit]
Ron Santo was born in Seattle, Washington, and grew up in a working-class family. He attended Franklin High School (Seattle), where he excelled in baseball. Santo signed with the Chicago Cubs as an amateur free agent in 1959 and made his major league debut on June 26, 1960.
Major League Career[edit]
Santo quickly established himself as one of the premier third basemen in the National League. Known for his power hitting and defensive prowess, Santo was a key player for the Cubs throughout the 1960s. He hit over 30 home runs in four different seasons and drove in over 100 runs in four seasons as well.
Chicago Cubs (1960–1973)[edit]
During his tenure with the Cubs, Santo became a fan favorite for his passionate play and leadership on the field. He was part of the Cubs' infield that included Ernie Banks and Billy Williams, forming a formidable lineup. Despite his individual success, the Cubs struggled to reach the postseason during his career.
Chicago White Sox (1974)[edit]
Santo was traded to the Chicago White Sox in 1974, where he played his final season. He retired after the 1974 season, ending a 15-year career in the major leagues.
Broadcasting Career[edit]
After retiring from playing, Santo became a beloved broadcaster for the Chicago Cubs. He provided color commentary on Cubs radio broadcasts from 1990 until his death in 2010. His enthusiastic and sometimes emotional style endeared him to Cubs fans.
Diabetes Advocacy[edit]
Santo was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 18, a fact he kept secret for much of his playing career. He became a prominent advocate for diabetes research and awareness, raising millions of dollars for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Hall of Fame Induction[edit]
Despite his impressive career statistics, Santo was not elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame during his lifetime. He was posthumously inducted in 2012 by the Veterans Committee, recognizing his contributions to the game and his perseverance in the face of adversity.
Legacy[edit]
Ron Santo is remembered as one of the greatest third basemen in baseball history and a beloved figure in Chicago sports. His number 10 was retired by the Chicago Cubs in 2003, and he remains a symbol of dedication and passion for the game.
Also see[edit]
- Chicago Cubs
- Baseball Hall of Fame
- Type 1 diabetes
- Gold Glove Award
- Major League Baseball All-Star Game
| Balloting for the National Baseball Hall of Fame | ||||||||||
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