Mike Schmidt
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About
Philadelphia Phillies All-Star third baseman from 1972 to 1989, who hit 548 career home runs. He was an 8-time National League home run champion and 3-time NL MVP. He was also named 1980 World Series MVP after leading the Phillies to victory over the Kansas City Royals.
Before Fame
He was already signed by an agent at the young age of twelve.
Trivia
He was a 10-time Gold Glove winner and hit 4 home runs in a single game on April 17, 1976. He was a 12-time All-Star throughout his career.
Family Life
He had two children with Donna Wightman, whom he married in 1973.
Associated With
He played alongside the great Pete Rose on the Phillies.
