# Ron Hunt's Unstoppable Plate Approach | MLB News

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Published: 2026-07-18T03:30:00+00:00
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Ron Hunt, the fiery Mets rookie who shattered records with his plate-hugging, hit-by-pitch obsession, has died at 85 — leaving behind a legacy of boldness, bruises, and baseball history. A 12-year MLB journey across five teams began with him becoming the first Mets All-Star and runner-up for Rookie of the Year in 1963. With the Expos, he set a modern-era record with 50 HBP in a season — later revealed to be second all-time — and led the NL in HBP for seven straight years, retiring with 243. He didn’t just survive the pitch — he weaponized it, standing so close to the plate that pitchers couldn’t throw inside without contact. “I gave my body to baseball,” he said — a mantra that fueled his career and sparked chaos, including a 1971 brawl where he was the only player ejected. Hunt’s fearless style earned him a spot in the Expos Hall of Fame and cemented his place as one of baseball’s most unforgettable hitters. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/401b91aba736776c

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