Oscar Gamble was a professional baseball outfielder who played in Major League Baseball （MLB） from 1969 to 1985. Known for his distinctive afro and powerful left-handed swing, Gamble played for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Phillies, Cleveland Indians, New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, San Diego Padres, and Texas Rangers.
Throughout his 17-season career, Oscar Gamble compiled impressive statistics. He finished with a lifetime batting average of .265, hitting 200 home runs and driving in 666 runs. His best statistical season came in 1977 with the Chicago White Sox, where he batted .297 with 31 home runs and 83 RBIs. Gamble was particularly known for his ability to hit for power, posting a career slugging percentage of .454. 
Gamble\“s on-base percentage of .359 demonstrates his excellent plate discipline and ability to draw walks. He finished his career with 653 walks compared to 798 strikeouts. Defensively, Gamble primarily played left field and right field, recording a career fielding percentage of .979.
While never an All-Star selection, Oscar Gamble was a consistent power threat throughout his career and remains a memorable figure in baseball history for both his performance and his iconic hairstyle. |
