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Piazza made his MLB debut with the Dodgers on September 1, 1992, and quickly established himself as one of baseball’s elite hitters. His breakout season came in 1993, hitting 35 home runs and boasting a .318 batting average, earning him the Rookie of the Year award. Over the next four seasons, he transformed into a marketing sensation and a fan favorite, becoming one of the most recognizable faces in baseball.