In 2011, Prince Fielder set a Brewers record with 32 of what?

In 2011, Prince Fielder set a Brewers record with 32 intentional walks.

Fielder played first base for the Milwaukee Brewers in 2011 and was one of the National League’s most feared power hitters. Opposing pitchers often chose to intentionally walk him rather than challenge him, especially with runners on base or with dangerous hitters due next. His total of 32 intentional walks led the National League and established a Brewers franchise record.

An intentional walk is a strategic base on balls issued deliberately by the defense. In 2011, it usually involved four pitches outside the strike zone, although Major League Baseball later changed the rule so an intentional walk could be signaled without throwing four pitches. Intentional walks are recorded separately from ordinary walks.

The same season was also one of Fielder’s best offensive years. He hit .299 with 38 home runs and posted a .566 slugging percentage. Milwaukee reached the postseason and won the National League Central Division. Fielder left the Brewers after the season, signing with the Detroit Tigers before later playing for the Texas Rangers.