Washington’s James Wood made history by becoming the first Major League Baseball player since Barry Bonds to be intentionally walked four times in a single game, helping lead his team to an 11-7 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday. Barry Bonds had multiple games with four intentional walks back in 2004. Additionally, legends like Roger Maris, Garry Templeton, Manny Ramirez, and Andre Dawson were collectively walked five times intentionally in one game against the Chicago Cubs on May 22, 1990. Wood was intentionally walked at key moments: once in the fifth inning, again in the seventh, once more in the ninth, and finally in the 11th inning.
Fan Take: This remarkable achievement highlights James Wood’s rising impact and the respect he commands from opposing pitchers, signaling a potential shift in how players are strategically pitched to in critical moments. For baseball fans, it’s exciting to witness such historic feats that underscore the evolving tactics and thrilling drama of the sport.
