1971 Dodgers Key Players: Mota, Allen, Davis, Profiles
The page highlights key Los Angeles Dodgers players from the 1971 season. Rich Allen, an infielder-outfielder, was acquired in a trade and had a standout previous season with 34 home runs for the Cardinals. Jim Brewer, a veteran relief pitcher, led the team with 58 game appearances and had a 3.13 ERA. Outfielder Willie Davis achieved a .305 batting average in 1970 and had a notable 31-game hitting streak. Bill Grabarkewitz emerged as a top rookie, leading in home runs with 17. Catcher Tom Haller contributed with a .286 average and 10 home runs. Jim Lefebvre, a former Rookie of the Year, showed flexibility by playing both second and third base, batting .252. Manny Mota, a flychaser, batted .305 in his first full Dodgers season. Pitcher Claude Osteen led in complete games, finishing 16-14 with a 3.82 ERA.