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George Bell's Unlikely RBI Record
14 Aug
Summary
- George Bell tied an MLB record with three sacrifice flies.
- Bell achieved this feat without any of his hits driving in runs.
- He also won the 1987 AL MVP award with 47 home runs.
On August 14, 1990, George Bell accomplished a rare feat for the Toronto Blue Jays, tying an MLB record with three sacrifice flies in a single game. This unusual offensive contribution occurred during Toronto's decisive 12-4 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Bell's achievement is particularly striking as neither of his two hits that afternoon resulted in RBIs, with all three coming from his sacrifice flies.
This memorable performance stands in contrast to Bell's dominant 1987 season, where he earned American League MVP honors. During that MVP year, he recorded 47 home runs and 134 RBIs, demonstrating his more traditional power-hitting prowess. Bell's aggressive mentality, instilled by his father, was a key factor throughout his career, leading him to be honored in the Blue Jays' Level of Excellence in 1996.
