Cleveland Indians outfielder Joe Charboneau, who hit .289 with 23 home runs and collected 87 RBI, is named American League Rookie of the Year.

 

On December 3, 1980 — Cleveland Indians outfielder Joe Charboneau, who hit .289 with 23 home runs and collected 87 RBI, is named American League Rookie of the Year.

 


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Baseball Reference December 3
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