Story Hill in Milwaukee in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Gorman Thomas
1973 - 1976; 1978 - 1983; 1986
Photographed By Devon Polzar, 2019
1. Gorman Thomas Marker
Inscription.
Gorman Thomas. 1973 - 1976; 1978 - 1983; 1986. As one of the premier power hitters in franchise history, Thomas spent 11 seasons as a Brewer. Originally selected by the Seattle Pilots in 1969, Thomas was the first player ever drafted by the organization. A two-time A.L. Home Run Champion ('79, '82), his 197 home runs from 1978 to 1983 were the most among all A.L. players. Produced career highs in multiple categories in 1979 - including home runs (45), hits (136), runs (97), RBI (123), total bases (300) and OPS (.895). In addition to his A.L.-leading 39 home runs in the Pennant-winning 1982 season, Thomas also ranked in the A.L. top ten in runs (96) and RBI (112). Selected to the A.L. All-Star Team in 1981. Was the first Brewers player to top 200 career home runs.
As one of the premier power hitters in franchise history, Thomas spent 11 seasons as a Brewer. Originally selected by the Seattle Pilots in 1969, Thomas was the first player ever drafted by the organization. A two-time A.L. Home Run Champion ('79, '82), his 197 home runs from 1978 to 1983 were the most among all A.L. players. Produced career highs in multiple categories in 1979 - including home runs (45), hits (136), runs (97), RBI (123), total bases (300) and OPS (.895). In addition to his A.L.-leading 39 home runs in the Pennant-winning 1982 season, Thomas also ranked in the A.L. top ten in runs (96) and RBI (112). Selected to the A.L. All-Star Team in 1981. Was the first Brewers player to top 200 career home runs.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports.
Location. 43° 1.742′ N, 87° 58.218′ W. Marker is in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in Milwaukee County. It is in Story Hill. 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: 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. Moose Haas (here, next to this marker); Sixto Lezcano (here, next to this marker); Ken Sanders
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 13, 2019, by Devon Polzar of Port Washington, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 124 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on October 13, 2019, by Devon Polzar of Port Washington, Wisconsin. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
