Before turning 23 last week, Red Sox outfielder Mookie Betts completed a season’s worth of output achieved only three times before by someone his age or younger. By hitting at least 40 doubles, 15 home runs and stealing 20 bases, Betts joined an illustrious group of players, highlighting his impressive array of advanced skills.
Here is the list of the seven players to achieve that level of production before reaching 23 years old:
Player Team Year HR 2B SB Age
Vada Pinson Reds 1959 20 47 21 20
Alex Rodriguez Mariners 1997 23 40 29 21
Hanley Ramirez Marlins 2006 17 46 51 22
Mookie Betts Red Sox 2015 18 42 41 22
David Wright Mets 2006 26 40 20 23
Grady Sizemore Indians 2006 28 53 22 23
Nomar Garciaparra Red Sox 1997 30 44 22 23
- Text by Michael Silverman / Sources: Elias Sports Bureau, Baseball-reference.