Jon Gardow

Outfielder

Tilden Tigers 1993-2012

Ask any hitter who tried to test Jon Gardow’s skills as an outfielder, and he will tell you that Jon could really “go get it.”

Over the course of his 20 years (tied for 32nd in CRBL longevity) patrolling Tilden’s outer pasture, Jon ran down countless would be extra base hits, sending batters back to the bench, shaking their heads.

Gardow’s two decades saw his Tigers compile a 256-98 record with 14 Northern Division titles and five CRBL championships. (That’s a lot of winning!) Amazingly, the team made the WBA tournament all 20 years of Jon’s tenure, bringing home a runner-up finish in 2000 and two first place trophies, first in 1995 and then in 2004.

CRBL all-time batting lists are dotted with Gardow’s name and numbers as he is inducted into the Hall. His 249 hits leave him tied for 50th. While tied for 33rd in singles, Jon seemed to have a thing for 32s, ranking in that position with at bats, runs, and seasons played. His 61 stolen bases, not surprising for this fleet-footed outfielder, rank 29th, and he comes in 27th in games played.

A four time all-star, Jon had an outstanding season in 2001when he garnered an outfield spot on the All-CRBL team.

Jon’s steady play and year after year dependability make him a memorable figure in Tilden Tiger history.

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1 All CRBL Award, 4 All Star Games

Note Top 50 in Seasons, Games, AB, H, 1B, R, SB, BB