Countdown to No. 1: The Top 175 Maryland athletes in Baltimore Sun history – Nos. 135-116
To celebrate the 175th anniversary of The Baltimore Sun, reporter Mike Klingaman has compiled a list of the top 175 athletes who were either born or raised in the state of Maryland, or who competed here for at least three years.
The athletes are ranked based on their performance, their impact on sports and their lasting resonance with fans. Coaches and managers are not included.
Every Friday, we'll reveal 20 members of the Top 175. Here are Nos. 135 through 116.
FAN'S CHOICE POLL: Who are the top athletes in Sun history?
The athletes are ranked based on their performance, their impact on sports and their lasting resonance with fans. Coaches and managers are not included.
Every Friday, we'll reveal 20 members of the Top 175. Here are Nos. 135 through 116.
FAN'S CHOICE POLL: Who are the top athletes in Sun history?
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135. Brian Jordan, baseball
A rare two-sport standout in the pros, he played football for three years and baseball for 15 more. Jordan (Milford Mill) was a starting safety for the Atlanta Falcons and had five interceptions. A first-round draft pick of the St. Louis Cardinals in 1988, he was an All-Star outfielder who collected more than 1,400 hits. Three times, he batted over .300; four seasons, he hit 20 homers or more.
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Baltimore born at 3:51 PM March 23, 2012
Great teasing, Batimore Sun. But, Johnny Unitas is/better be number one............... "Unitas We Stand"!
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