Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Inky Signs with Hall of Fame

Pete Incaviglia, a one-time Philly cult hero, was selected yesterday for the second-ever induction into the College Baseball Hall of Fame. Yes, that Pete Incaviglia who platooned in left field for the Phightin Phils in the tremendous 1993 campaign.

In the news release, it is noted:

Incaviglia was perhaps the most imposing power hitter in college baseball history, setting the NCAA career records for home runs (100) and slugging percentage (.915) from 1983-85. In 1985, he set NCAA single-season records for home runs (48), RBIs (143), total bases (285) and slugging percentage (1.140) -- all marks that still stand.

How bout dem apples? Inky, the OK State alum, clearly overpowered pitchers in his college years, but his pro years were merely decent. In 12 years he hit 206 homers, reaching his career high for a season (30 dingers) in his rookie year, while also striking out a league leading 186 times. (Jobu no hit curveball.) He played two years for the Phillies, with 1993 being one of his best years of his career. In 368 ABs, he hit 24 homers, drove in 89 runs, hit .274 and pumped out a .530 slugging percentage. Unfortunately, he disappeared in the Phils' run for the trophy, hitting just 3 for 19 in six games played. Oh well, it was a fun run while it lasted, and surely not his fault they lost...

Anyway, for a few more fun facts, check out this interesting and humorous baseball page.

Well that's all from here. Congrats Inky on your honorary award!