Mark McGwire is a former professional baseball player known for his powerful hitting. He played primarily for the Oakland Athletics and the St. Louis Cardinals during his career, which spanned from 1986 to 2001. McGwire is best remembered for his impressive home run totals, including a record-setting 70 home runs in the 1998 season, which helped revive interest in baseball after the 1994 strike. In addition to his home run achievements, McGwire was a two-time All-Star and won the Rookie of the Year award in 1987. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2023, recognizing his significant impact on the sport.