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1966–1982 · RF

Reggie Smith

6' 0", 180 lbs·Lived to 81·Bats B / Throws R
Gold GloveAll-Star
The Almanac's Take

Smith ranks among the most underrated sluggers of the 1970s, delivering consistent power and patience across 17 seasons with four different clubs. His 314 home runs came with a stellar .287 average and an OPS+ of 122, numbers that scream All-Star caliber production year after year.

The 1977 campaign with Los Angeles represents his offensive peak — a .307 average with 32 homers and an OPS over 1.000. That 137 OPS+ tied his career high, showcasing the rare blend of contact and power that made him valuable in multiple lineup spots. Smith's seven All-Star selections weren't charity cases.

What separates Smith from typical sluggers of his era was his defensive versatility and Gold Glove recognition. He patrolled right field with enough skill to earn top honors while maintaining that 122 OPS+ across nearly 2,000 games. The longevity tells the story — teams kept penciling him in because he delivered both sides of the ball.

Career Highs
1.003
Best OPS · 1977
32
Most HR · 1977
100
Most RBI · 1974
.322
Best AVG · 1980
Career Arc · OPS
17 seasons
Statistical Comps

Career · Batting

17 seasons
YearTeamGABHRRBIAVGOPSOPS+
1966BOS62600.154.346
1967BOS1585651561.246.704
1968BOS1555581569.265.772
1969BOS1435432593.309.895
1970BOS1475802274.303.857121
1971BOS1596183096.283.840123
1972BOS1314672174.270.840126
1973BOS1154232169.303.913130
1974STL14351723100.309.917132
1975STL1354771976.302.870124
1976LAD1123951849.253.765112
1977LAD1484883287.3071.003137
1978LAD1284472993.295.942134
1979LAD682341032.274.825113
1980LAD923111555.322.900126
1981LAD413518.200.63292
1982SF1063491856.284.834117
Career198770333141092.287
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