Dave Parker's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Dave Parker.
Dave Parker, nicknamed "the Cobra," was a prominent MLB right fielder from 1973-1991. A seven-time All-Star, he secured two National League batting titles and the 1978 NL MVP award. Parker played a key role on two World Series-winning teams, first with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1979 and later with the Oakland Athletics in 1989. His career was marked by both exceptional performance and, later, challenges with injuries and salary disputes.
1975: Defensive Outfielder
From 1975 to 1979, Dave Parker threw out 72 runners, showcasing his skills as a solid defensive outfielder.
1977: National League Batting Champion
In 1977, Dave Parker was the National League batting champion.
1978: Named National League MVP
In 1978, Dave Parker was named the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP).
1979: All-Star Selection
Dave Parker was the only member of the Pirates to make the United Press International all-star selection at the end of the 1979 season.
1979: World Series Champion
In 1979, Dave Parker won the World Series championship with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
1990: All-Star Reserve
In 1990, Dave Parker was selected as a reserve for the All-Star Game.
2012: Hall of Fame Inductions
In 2012, Dave Parker was inducted into the Cincinnati Public Schools Athletic Hall of Fame and the Navegantes del Magallanes Hall of Fame.
2014: Inducted into Reds Hall of Fame
Dave Parker was elected to the Reds Hall of Fame Class of 2014.
September 3, 2022: Inducted into Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame
On September 3, 2022, Dave Parker was inducted into the Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame as part of its inaugural class.
December 8, 2024: Elected to Hall of Fame by Era Committee
On December 8, 2024, Dave Parker was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Baseball Era Committee.
July 27, 2025: Scheduled Hall of Fame Induction
Dave Parker was scheduled to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on July 27, 2025, but he died before the induction.
2025: Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
In 2025, Dave Parker was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
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