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Before Cal Ripken Jr. took over as the shortstop for the Baltimore Orioles, the position was held by the legendary infielder Mark Belanger. Belanger played for the Orioles from 1965 to 1982 and was known for his exceptional defensive skills. His tenure as shortstop laid the groundwork for Ripken's future success in the position.
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Did Cal Ripken Junior have a hero?
Cal Ripken debuted on August 10, 1981, playing for the Baltimore Orioles at Memorial Stadium; he played his final game on October 6, 2001, playing for the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
What positions did cal Ripken play?
Cal Ripken Jr played with the Baltimore Orioles from 1981-2001. He alternated between shortstop and third base in 1981 and 1982. He was a shortstop from 1983-1996 and a third baseman between 1997-2001. For his career he played 2,302 games at shortstop and 675 games at third base.
Who set a major league record for the fewest errors by a shortstop with 3 in the 1990's?
Cal Ripken Jr. of the Baltimore Orioles in 1990.
How old was cal ripken when he moved to 3rd base?
Cal Ripken Jr. moved to third base in 1996, at the age of 35. He had primarily played shortstop throughout his career before making the transition. This position change was part of the Baltimore Orioles' strategy as they sought to manage his playing time and position as he aged.
What position did Cal Ripken Sr play?
Cal Ripken started out as a Shortstop in 1981, and was moved to third base late in his career (1997) He also played 3B in 1981 (6 games) and 71 games in 1982. That was Cal Ripken Jr, not Sr. Cal Sr. never played at the major league level. Not sure what position he played.
Who broke the record for most consecutive games played in 1995?
On September 6, 1995, Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken, Jr. played in his 2,132nd consecutive game, breaking Lou Gehrig's 56-year old record. Ripken would go on to play in 2,632 straight games.
Was ripken jr a first baseman?
No Cal Ripken Jr. never played first base. He was a shortstop, and was moved to third base late in his career.
Was Cal Ripken a pitcher?
lol no he was a shortstop
How many teams did Cal Ripken Jr play for in the Major Leagues -?
Cal Ripken Jr. only played for one major league team. He played for the Baltimore Orioles for his entire career.
How long was cal ripken jr in th MLB?
Cal Ripken Jr. played 21 years in the Major Leagues with the Baltimore Orioles.
What year did cal ripken play in World Series?
Cal Ripken, Jr. played in only one World Series in his career and he played it during the 1983 World Series which is when the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in 5 games. Ripken played in all five games, had 18 at-bats, scored 2 runs, had 3 hits, 1 RBI, 3 walks and had struck out 4 times during his only appearances in the World Series. He played at Shortstop in the series but had no chances at fielding or assists.
What baseball player has had the fewest error as a shortstop?
Cal Ripken Jr.
