Garry Templeton was a professional baseball player who played in the Major Leagues for over a decade. He was known for his speed and agility on the field, as well as his ability to hit for average. Templeton played primarily as a shortstop, but also saw time at second base and third base throughout his career.
Templeton began his professional career in the St. Louis Cardinals organization, where he quickly rose through the ranks and made his Major League debut in 1976. He quickly established himself as one of the top young players in the league, earning All-Star honors in his second season and finishing in the top 10 in MVP voting in both 1978 and 1979.
Despite his success on the field, Templeton was often criticized for his attitude and behavior off the field. He was known for his outspokenness and occasional clashes with teammates and coaches, which led to his eventual trade to the San Diego Padres in 1982.
Templeton continued to play at a high level with the Padres, earning All-Star honors in 1985 and helping lead the team to the World Series in 1984. However, his time in San Diego was also marked by controversy, including an incident in which he made an obscene gesture to fans during a game.
After leaving the Padres in 1991, Templeton played briefly for the New York Mets and retired from baseball at the age of 35. Despite his sometimes tumultuous career, Templeton remains a respected figure in the baseball world and is remembered for his talent and athleticism on the field.
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