Ron Hunt: The Pitch-Plating Legend | St. Louis Cardinals News

Ron Hunt, the gritty second baseman who died at 85, redefined how players get on base—by getting hit by pitches 43 times in his career, a record no one else has come close to. Known for his fearless, mirror-practiced strategy, he didn’t care how he reached base, just that he did. With over 1,200 hits and an All-Star nod, Hunt’s legacy lives on as a symbol of relentless hustle and unconventional brilliance. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c2f75accd7c7e20a