Hall of Fame outfielder “Sliding Billy” Hamilton dies at the age of 74

ByThis Day in Baseball December 15, 1940August 21, 2024

On December 15, 1940, Hall of Fame outfielder “Sliding Billy” Hamilton dies at the age of 74. Hamilton stole 912 bases and batted .344 over a 14-year career, placing him in the top 10 on the all-time batting list.

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Day: December 15, 1940

Hall of Fame outfielder “Sliding Billy” Hamilton dies at the age of 74

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