Brian Downing

About

MLB player who hit 275 home runs over his 20-year career with three American League teams.

Before Fame

He was cut from his high school team due to his lack of talent.

Trivia

He started playing left field after he broke his ankle, which limited his ability to move behind home plate as a catcher.

Family Life

He married Cheryl Downing in 1974.

Associated With

He was traded to the Anaheim Angels for slugger Bobby Bonds.