Dodgers: Top 5 Players that you Forgot Played for the Dodgers

Number 2: Frank Robinson

Unlike the first three names on the list, Robinson was already a bonafide star upon his arrival to the Dodgers. Before getting to the Dodgers, Robinson had already notched a rookie of the year, a World Series MVP, two MVP’s (one NL and one AL), a gold glove, and fourteen all-star game appearances ( twice in 1959 and twice in 1961 because the MLB had two all-star games for some reason).

The Dodgers would acquire Robinson via trade prior to the 1972 season. The Dodgers would not get the same Robinson that was that star who had collected an abundance of hardware and accolades.

He was rather underwhelming in Los Angeles. He played in just 103 games in 1972 for the Dodgers. Those 103 games would be the fewest number of games he had ever played up to that point. His previous low was 129. He also posted career lows in average, hits and doubles.

It’s no question that Frank Robinson is one of the greatest hitters of all-time. Unfortunately, the Dodgers acquired him when he was 36 and past his prime. Robinson would be traded to the California Angels following the 1972 season. He found new life with the Angels and had some success and made his 14th and final all-star game while he was a member of the Angels.

Despite his high-end status as a player, Robinson’s time with the Dodgers was forgettable. He still is one of the greatest players in history. However, Dodger fans did not get to see him on their team while he was in his prime.