307 lifetime hitter himself in 15 big-league seasons, died in 2011 after a series of strokes. Felipe documents his on-field tribulations with Jesus. They are still close. Felipe lives in Florida now and continues to be an astute observer of the game.

What happened to Felipe?

What he does now: Alou, 81, is still in baseball for a 61st season. He has served as special assistant to the Giants general manager for nine seasons. He also loves to fish.

Who was the best Alou?

The brothers all played at least 15 seasons in the major leagues, but there were no more all-Alou outfields! Felipe was the best of the Alou brothers with 2,101 hits from 1958-74. Matty had 1,777 hits from 1960-74 and Jesus had 1,216 from 1963-79.

Who were the Alou brothers?

His younger brothers Matty and Jesús were both longtime National League outfielders. Felipe's son Moisés, is also a former Major League outfielder. Luis Rojas, also a son of Felipe, was named manager of the New York Mets on January 22, 2020. All but Jesús have been named All-Stars at least twice.

What year did Felipe Alou come to America?

Felipe Alou's Major League debut came on the 8^th June 1958, aged 23, he was signed and selected to play for the San Francisco Giants (Giants). The Giants became the National League Champions, and Alou was named an All-Star outfielder in 1962, as well as 1966 and 1968.

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What happened in 1963 Felipe Alou?

A three-time All-Star, he and his brothers Jesus and Matty, made history on September 15, 1963, when all three Alous started in the outfield for the San Francisco Giants. Felipe Alou played all three outfield positions with regularity, and also spent considerable time at first base.

How is Luis Rojas related to Felipe Alou?

Rojas is the son of former professional baseball player and manager Felipe Alou, as well as the half-brother of former outfielder Moisés Alou. Rojas is the ninth of 11 children Alou had via four marriages.

Where did Felipe Alou live with a white family?

What kind of place did Felipe live in during his time in Lake Charles? He lived in the white area, with a white family. But he was not allowed to leave during the day or use the main door (front door).

Who built Felipe's family home?

Felipe's father, a talented carpenter, built the family home. He was a carpenter and blacksmith. His mother was a housewife. 10 Felipe was intelligent and athletic.

What happened Matty Alou?

Alou died in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic as the result of diabetic complications, according to his former Dominican team, Leones del Escogido. The Giants confirmed Alou had been suffering for several years with a variety of health issues.

How many Alou brothers played for the San Francisco Giants in the 1960s?

1963 SF Giants ~ The Alou Brothers. From left, Jesus, Matty and Felipe Alou. All 3 Brothers Played In The Outfield Together In Just 3 Giants' Games ~ Sept. 15,17 & 25, 1963!

Why was there a mix up with Felipe's name on his contract?

Why was there a mix-up with Felipe's name on his contract? The agent didn't understand how people got their names in DR. The agent didn't care what Felipe wanted his name to be. Felipe wanted to change his name.

Why did Felipe Alou not play baseball?

Jesús Alou, who many thought would surpass both his brothers, was anointed as the new Giants right fielder. Alou spent the next six years with the Braves. Before reporting in 1964 he had injured his knee playing in the Dominican Winter League.

When did the Expos hire Felipe Alou as an instructor?

In 1992 the Montreal Expos hired Alou to manage their club and he showed a gift for developing young talent. In 1994 he was named National League Manager of the Year. After being dismissed by the Expos in 2001, he was signed by the San Francisco Giants to manage their club starting with the 2003 season.

Who was the best Alou brother?

The careers of the Alou brothers

The best of the brothers had to be Felipe. In a career lasting from 1958-74, he had 2,101 hits — the most of the three brothers. Matty finished his career with 1,777 hits, playing from 1960-74. Jesus played from 1963-79 and finished with 1,216 hits.

Is Moises Alou a Hall of Famer?

When Alou made his lone appearance on a Hall of Fame ballot in 2013, he received just six votes, 1.1%, and promptly fell off the ballot. That's perfectly reasonable judgment, all told, on the part of the voters.

Who were the 3 Alou brothers?

Yesterday, September 15 was the 53rd anniversary of something unique in baseball history:The three Alou brothers: Felipe, Matty, and Jesus, all played together in the same outfield for the Giants. Three brothers in the same outfield had never happened before.

What brother combination hit the most home runs?

The home run record for brothers is held by Henry (755) and Tommy (13) Aaron. The stolen base mark is held by Honus (722) and Al (4) Wagner.

Does Barry Bonds have a brother?

Bobby Bonds Jr. Robert Lee Bonds Jr. (born March 7, 1970) is an American former minor-league baseball player. He is the son of former baseball player Bobby Bonds and the younger brother of Barry Bonds and Ricky Bonds.