Will Clark's sweet swing helped lift the Bulldogs to the College World Series, where Clark was named to the all-tournament team. Will "The Thrill" then took his act to San Francisco after the Giants picked him second overall in the 1985 draft. Clark went on to be a six-time All-Star as he earned a reputation as a fluid batter who mixed contact and patience in equal measures. Clark reached the peak of his powers in 1989 when he led the Giants to the World Series. He won the NLCS MVP and finished second in the season National League MVP race, the third of four times he placed in the top five. He finished his career with 284 home runs and a .303 lifetime batting average. He was also a member of the 1984 Olympic Team.
Will Clark
1985 Golden Spikes Award WinnerFirst Baseman, Mississippi StateBats/Throws | AVG | H | R | HR | RBI |
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L/L | .420 | 94 | 75 | 25 | 77 |