The Hack Wilson Record Era (1930)

The hammered down little strongman who rivaled the mighty Ruth.

Hack Wilson's 1930 season with the Chicago Cubs is widely considered one of the most memorable individual single-season hitting performances in baseball history. Highlights included 56 home runs, the National League record for 68 years (broken by Sammy Sosa in 1998), and 191 runs batted in, an MLB record yet to be approached.

Quick Facts

Season: 1930
Player: Hack Wilson
Team: Chicago Cubs
Rbi record: 191
Home runs: 56
Manager: Joe McCarthy

Lore & Background

Wilson played for the Cubs under manager Joe McCarthy in 1930. The ballpark was officially named Wrigley Field.

Reader's Guide

Wilson's 1930 season featured 56 home runs and 191 RBIs. The closest any player has come to that RBI total was Lou Gehrig's 185 for the New York Yankees in 1931.

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