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13. Nate Colbert

13. Nate Colbert
  1. General
  2. Awards
  3. Career Stats
  • Born: April 9, 1946 in St. Louis, MO USA
  • Weight: 205 lbs.
  • Height: 6'2"
  • Bats: R
  • Throws: R
  • Debut: April 14, 1966
  • Final Game: October 01, 1976
  • MVP - 1972
 
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An original Padre, Nate Colbert, was plucked from the Houston Astros in the Expansion Draft. 

Colbert became the Padres starting First Baseman, and while he was not the best contact hitter, he was good with the power aspect.  Over his first five years in San Diego, Colbert hit at least 22 Home Runs, with seasons of 38 in 1970 and 1972.   Colbert was an All-Star three straight years (1971-73) and finished eighth in MVP voting in the middle year.

Back problems reduced his effectiveness, and after a poor 1974 season, he was traded to Detroit.  Colbert accumulated 163 Home Runs with the Padres.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: First Base, Outfield
  • Acquired: Selected from the Houston Astros in the Expansion Draft 10/14/68.
  • Departed:

    Traded to the Detroit Tigers for Ed Brinkman, Dick Sharon, and Bob Strampe 11/18/74.

  • Games Played: 866
  • Notable Statistics:

    442 Runs Scored
    780 Hits
    130 Doubles
    22 Triples
    163 Home Runs
    481 Runs Batted In
    48 Stolen Bases
    .253/.331/.469 Slash Line
    17.2 bWAR                     

    No Playoff Games

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