1939 - 2020
Lou Brock was an American professional baseball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest base stealers in Major League Baseball (MLB) history. He played primarily as an outfielder for the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals from 1961 to 1979, and he is best known for setting a then-record 938 stolen bases during his career. Brock was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1985 and is celebrated for his exceptional speed and contributions to the game.