ESPN.com · Dec 30, 2015
Unusual MLB stats of 2015
The 2015 season will most likely be remembered for its World Series, with the Kansas City Royals winning their first title in 30 years, and the New York Mets securing their first pennant since 2000. But before we turn the calendar, let's take a few minutes for some of the other memorable "feats" of 2015.
The Year of the Triple
Hannah Foslien/Getty ImagesThe 2015 campaign featured 939 three-baggers, the most since 2009. Eddie Rosario of the Twins led the majors with 15 despite not having enough plate appearances (474) to qualify for the batting title. Rosario was the first player since Hall-of-Famer Earle Combs of the 1933 Yankees to record that many triples in as few chances.