Jim Gentile was a professional baseball player who had a successful career in the major leagues. He was a first baseman and outfielder who played for the Baltimore Orioles, Los Angeles Dodgers, Kansas City Athletics, and Houston Astros.

Gentile was known for his powerful hitting, and he was a three-time All-Star. He was also a two-time home run champion, leading the American League in 1961 with 46 home runs and the National League in 1962 with 39 home runs. He was also a two-time RBI champion, leading the American League in 1961 with 141 RBIs and the National League in 1962 with 115 RBIs.

Gentile was also a two-time Gold Glove Award winner, winning the award in 1961 and 1962. He was also a two-time Silver Slugger Award winner, winning the award in 1961 and 1962.

Gentile was a member of the Orioles team that won the World Series in 1966. He hit a grand slam in Game 3 of the World Series, helping the Orioles to a 4-0 victory.

Gentile finished his career with a .277 batting average, 1,843 hits, 1,004 runs, 1,719 RBIs, and 246 home runs. He was inducted into the Orioles Hall of Fame in 1984.

Gentile was a powerful hitter who was able to put up impressive numbers throughout his career. He was a two-time home run and RBI champion, a two-time Gold Glove Award winner, and a two-time Silver Slugger Award winner. He was also a member of the Orioles team that won the World Series in 1966. Gentile was a successful player who left a lasting legacy in the game of baseball.

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