ED to the CRBHOF

The Kernels have announced the latest class for the Cedar Rapids Baseball Hall of Fame. The big name here is:

While playing in Cedar Rapids in 1982, Eric Davis hit .276, had 15 home runs, 56 runs batted in and stole 53 bases. Known for his incredible combination of speed and power, Eric Davis was dubbed “the next Willie Mays”. Eric made his major league debut in 1984 with the Cincinnati Reds. For nearly a decade, Eric was synonymous with the franchise, eventually leading the Reds to a World Series title in 1990. Eric would become an All Star in 1987 and 1989, on top of also earning a Gold Glove for his outfield heroics in 1987, 1988 and 1989. However, Eric’s most important feat was not nearly becoming the first 30/30 man or his astonishing career tally of 282 home runs, 934 RBI, and 349 stolen bases. Eric’s greatest triumph came in 1997 when he defeated colon cancer in the middle of the season during his stint with the Baltimore Orioles.

The inductions will be on January 31 as part of their Hot Stove Banquet.