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Who Is the Only Player with 500 Home Runs and 500 Stolen Bases?
Baseball has seen plenty of power hitters and plenty of speedsters, but very few players have excelled at both. That makes this week’s Trivia Tuesday question a challenging one for even knowledgeable baseball fans.
The Answer
The answer is Barry Bonds
While most fans remember Barry Bonds for his record-breaking home run totals, his combination of power and speed was just as remarkable.
Bonds finished his career with:
- 762 Home Runs
- 514 Doubles
- 2,935 Hits
- 607 Stolen Bases
- 7 MVP Awards
To this day, he remains the only player in MLB history to reach both the 500-home run and 500-stolen base milestones.
Collector’s Corner
If you’re a fan of Barry Bonds or enjoy collecting modern baseball memorabilia, here are a few items worth checking out:
Books & Memorabilia
A Record That May Never Be Broken
Modern baseball has become increasingly specialized. Power hitters rarely steal large numbers of bases, while speed-focused players typically don’t approach 500 home runs.
Players such as Mike Trout, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Shohei Ohtani have displayed impressive combinations of power and speed, but matching Bonds’ 500-home run and 500-stolen base achievement remains one of the most difficult milestones in baseball history.
Collector’s Take
Barry Bonds’ place in baseball history will always spark debate, but his statistical accomplishments are undeniable. The combination of 762 home runs and 607 stolen bases remains unmatched and serves as a reminder that he was far more than just a slugger.
That’s what makes him the answer to this week’s Trivia Tuesday question.
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Frank is a lifelong baseball card collector with over 40 years of hands-on experience in the hobby. He has a passion a passion for vintage and modern cards, rookie cards, complete sets, and the stories behind them. Through Frank’s Card Corner, he shares real-world advice, hobby insights, and lessons learned from decades of collecting—focused on keeping the hobby fun.
