Mike Piazza’s career began as a long shot, but he quickly established himself as an offensive powerhouse and someone who deserved to be discussed along with the best players in the game. He was a catcher with over-the-fence power, hitting the most home runs ever by a player at that position. He carved a name for himself over the course of a 16-year career that included extended stints with the Dodgers and Mets, as well as brief stays with the Florida Marlins, San Diego Padres and Oakland Athletics.
Here are a few top moments from a career that brought him to the doorstep of the National Baseball Hall of Fame.