Oakland Athletics: The Top 50 Oakland A’s of All-Time

#16: Jason Giambi

In 2013, Jason Giambi became the oldest player to hit a walk-off home run, as he won a July 29 game for the Cleveland Indians. Later that season, he saved the Tribe’s season by breaking his own record on September 24. He ended his career as an Indian, retiring before the start of the 2015 season.

Before that, however, Giambi was a powerful slugging machine for the Oakland Athletics – and not too shabby of a first baseman, either. His career began in 1995, and he played with the A’s until 2001. After a seven-year stint with the Yankees, he returned to the A’s for one season in 2009.

Giambi was a five-time All-Star, making the team each season from 2000 to 2004. He also won the American League MVP Award in 2000, and a pair of Silver Slugger Awards. His other major accomplishments included winning the Home Run Derby in 2002, where he showcased his tremendous power.

Later in his career, Giambi admitted to using PEDs during his career, but his public apology has resulted in him being largely forgiven. For this reason, he’s escaped the scrutiny that has haunted players like Mark McGwire or Ryan Braun.

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