Story Hill in Milwaukee in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Sal Bando
1977-1981
Photographed By Devon Polzar, 2019
1. Sal Bando Marker
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Sal Bando. Joined the Brewers in 1977 as the first free-agent signing in franchise history. His five seasons in Milwaukee concluded his 16-year Major League career, which included four All-Star selections as a member of the Kansas City/Oakland Athletics. Primarily a third baseman, Bando saw time at every infield position during his Brewers tenure, even pitching three innings of relief on August 29, 1979. Best season with the team occurred in 1978 when he led the 93-win Brewers in games (152), plate appearances (629) and hits (154). Also hit .285 with 78 RBI and a .371 on-base percentage that season. Bando remained an integral part of the Brewers franchise after his playing days, serving as the General Manager from 1991 to 1999.
Joined the Brewers in 1977 as the first free-agent signing in franchise history. His five seasons in Milwaukee concluded his 16-year Major League career, which included four All-Star selections as a member of the Kansas City/Oakland Athletics. Primarily a third baseman, Bando saw time at every infield position during his Brewers tenure, even pitching three innings of relief on August 29, 1979. Best season with the team occurred in 1978 when he led the 93-win Brewers in games (152), plate appearances (629) and hits (154). Also hit .285 with 78 RBI and a .371 on-base percentage that season. Bando remained an integral part of the Brewers franchise after his playing days, serving as the General Manager from 1991 to 1999.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports.
Location. 43° 1.742′ N, 87° 58.219′ W. Marker is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in Milwaukee County. It is in Story Hill. Marker can be reached from Brewers Way. The marker is part of the Brewers Wall of Honor which is on display on the northeast wall (left field) of Miller Park. It is near the Hot Corner entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Miller Park, 1 Brewers Way, Milwaukee WI 53214, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Jerry Augustine (here, next to this marker); Johnny Briggs
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 2, 2019, by Devon Polzar of Port Washington, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 110 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on September 2, 2019, by Devon Polzar of Port Washington, Wisconsin. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
