Al Oliver was only with Montreal for two seasons but those were excellent offensive campaigns, which saw him win the National League Batting Title and lead the league in Hits. Oliver was an All-Star both years and also led the NL in doubles both times. Had he been a better defensive player (or at least not a liability as he led the NL in errors for a First Basemen both years) he would have been ranked much higher.
The Bullet Points
Position:First Base
Acquired:Traded from the Texas Rangers for Dave Hostetler and Larry Parrish 3/31/82.
Departed:Traded to the San Francisco Giants for Fred Breining, Max Venable and Andy McGaffigan 2/27/84.
Major Accolades and Awards:All-Star (1982 & 1983) Silver Slugger (1982) Highest Batting Average (1982) Most Hits (1982) Most Total Bases (1982) Most Doubles (1982 & 1983) Most Extra Base Hits (1982) Most Runs Batted in (1982)
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