R.I.P. Luis Tiant

R.I.P. Jerry Walker

1993 New York Yankees Program and Scorecard Notes

Welcome to another year of Yankee baseball.

"This is the 90th anniversary of the most dominant team in the history of professional sports. The Yankees have won 22 World Championships and 33 American League pennants in 89 years.

While most teams are looking for their first World Championship or can only point to one standout period in their history, the Yankees can claim several distinct eras within their overall dominance of major league baseball.

Yankee greatness was sprouted by the combined greatness of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. From Ruth's arrival in New York in 1920 to his departure from the Yankees in 1934, the Pinstripers won four World Championships and seven American League pennants.

DiMaggio's arrival in 1936 started the tradition of great Yankee center fielders, and by his retirement in 1951, the Yankees had added 10 more World Series and 11 pennants.

Mickey Mantle picked up the torch from there, contributing six additional World Championships and 11 pennants before he retired in 1969.

After a dry spell of years ago, Thurman Munson and Reggie Jackson had the Yankees back on track in the late '70s with two more World Champions and three AL titles.

Now the team has been reshaped and regrouped, ready to add to this rich Yankees' rich tradition. We don't who in today's lineup will become legends. But Yankees like Don Mattingly, Bernie Williams, Danny Tartabull, and a host of others are beginning to leave their marks in the Yankee record book.

The Yankees originally joined the American League in 1903 and were known as the 'Highlanders.' Around 1913 the nickname 'Yankees' was adopted and a couple years later Pinstripes appeared on their uniforms. Their first American League pennant was won in 1921, and they claimed their first world championship in 1923. In 1929, the Yankees were the first team to add numbers to the back of their uniforms. The 'Yankee Pride and Tradition' was on its way.

Now in 1993 the Yankees proudly wear the same uniforms, play in the same ballpark, in the same great city, and carry on the same tradition established when they won their same world championship.

We take great pride in welcoming you to the 90th anniversary of Yankee baseball ... be a part of it ... as the Bronx Bombers and their fans strive for yet another world title."

-1993 New York Yankees Scorebook & Souvenir Program

70 YEARS OF MAGIC & MEMORIES IN THE BRONX

"Majestic, historic, a landmark that is part of our lives, Yankee Stadium has loomed for 70 dramatic baseball years over the banks of the Harlem River. Like the Empire State Building and Carnegie Hall, it's a structure that helps define and symbolize our city.

Stroll onto the field on a day when there's no game, when the scoreboard and giant TV screen are silent, when the graceful sweep of thousands of seats are empty in the hush of a fair spring day. And let your imagination take you back to other times, other eras to conjure up images of a golden past.

It's 1927: Babe swings his lusty bat to send homer no. 60 in to the right field stands. In 1961 Maris Rockets No. 61 into those same stands. The Mick slams a ball off the edge of the upper rightfield facade in 1963, only six inches from exiting the premises, the mightiest shot ever hit in the great Stadium. Number crunchers estimate that since the ball was rising when it met the facade, unimpeded it would have traveled 620 feet!

And there's Joe D., on May 15, 1941, socking the first hit on his way to a 56-game hitting streak. Reggie- the eminent Mr. October- wallops three homers in a row in the final game of the 1977 Series, each on a first pitch, a one-man gang blasting the Los Angeles Dodgers. And who's that fellow, that compound of guile and guts on the mound, the same mound where toiled Hoyt, and Whitey, and Allie, and Gator?

Yes, that's Don Larsen in 1956, setting down the Brooklyn Dodgers with no hits, no runs, no walks, no hope, on his way to the only perfectly pitched game in World Series history. And that man dabbing at his eyes in the most poignant moment ever in the Stadium? It's Lou Gehrig in 1939, standing before a packed house, an Iron Man slowly dying, telling us that 'Today I consider myself that luckiest man on the face of the earth.'

"These, and so many other memorable occasions in the famed Bronx ballpark, are there if you open your mind and heart to a great past. They are unforgettable events that had their beginning one winter day in 1922 when two men surveyed a spread of scrubby land, 16  minutes by subway from Times Square.

They were a couple of Colonels named Ruppert and Huston, co-owners of the Yankees, tramping over a desolate old Bronx lumber yard with a brook running through it. One look convinced them: they shelled out $675,000 for that land, and said, 'We'll build it here.' What they erected on that scrub of land, confusion of boulders and rotting lumber, was a Stadium destined to be as famous as the ancient Roman Colosseum.

Today, even low-level minor-league teams have their own ball parks, so it's hard to believe that from 1913 to the end of 1922 the Yankees didn't have a home they could call their own. After vacating wooden, rickety Hilltop Park at the end of the 1912 season, the Yankees played their home games in Manhattan's Polo Grounds, then the Giants' home park.

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With the arrival of Ruth and his explosive home run bat in 1920, the Yankees began outdrawing the Giants, a situation disagreeable to Giant manager John McGraw and Giant owner Charles Stoneham. So Mssrs. McGraw and Stoneham, in no uncertain terms, told Colonels Ruppert and Huston to move, prompting the Yankees to snap up the 10 acres on the banks of the Harlem.

The two Yankee partners usually couldn't agree on the time of day, but on two moves they did concur- with historic consequences. One was the purchase of the Babe from the Red Sox, the other was the construction of the new Yankee home. With Huston supervising- he was an experienced professional engineer-  and the White Construction Company of New York doing the construction, work began on the first triple-decked stadium in the USA.

'This is a big mistake,' groused John McGraw. 'They are going up to Goatville, and before long they will be lost sight of. A New York team should be based on Manhattan Island.' In the light of baseball history, McGraw was a great manager but a second-rate prophet.

Completed in less than a year, the stadium cost $2,500,000 in uninflated bucks. It wasn't a 'ball park,' the Yankees emphasized, it was a 'stadium,' the first so designated in all of baseball. And, at that time, the largest home for a baseball club. Dedicated on April 18, 1923, it soon became the most celebrated of all stadiums.

Yankee general manager Ed Barrow announced that a record 74,000 fans attended the opening game, which the Yankees won 4-1 from the Red Sox as the Babe (of course) rapped the first homer into the rightfield bleachers (naturally). A fitting way to inaugurate an edifice that became a home of champions and records, set by great players.

Later, Barrow, a genius in wheeling and dealing for ball players and a clever promoter, implied in an onset of candor that he'd somewhat inflated the crowd number. It seems that 64,00 fans was closer to the truth. Still, that was much higher than any previous crowd count, so the first Stadium crowd was a bona fide record. If the Colonels had built a fourth deck they could have filled it that Opening Day, because 20,000 fans milled around the streets, tormented whenever they heard the lucky ones in the stands erupting at a big play.

Despite its official name of Yankee Stadium, the big ball yard soon became known as the 'House That Ruth Built.' With due respect to the other athletes on the Yankee roster, the name was appropriate. For it was the Babe and his blasts into the rightfield bleachers, a section to be forever known as 'Ruthville,' that tormented opposing pitchers and made the turnstiles click in record numbers.

The grandstands of the new stadium ended at the foul poles, giving pull hitters tempting targets 295 feet down the rightfield line, and 281 feet on the leftfield line. But those numbers were deceptive. If you wanted to reach the spacious rightfield bleachers or the Yankee bullpen past the rightfield foul pole, you had to belt the ball around 350 feet. A wallop into the left field bleachers or adjacent visitors' bullpen had to travel 325-375 feet.

Today, years after Ruth, Gehrig and their slugging Yankee cohorts are gone, baseballs caught by those sun worshippers are treasured possessions of the children and grandchildren of old time Yankee bleacherites. And if autographed by Babe or Lou- free and gladly in those simpler days- the baseballs will today pay for a year's tuition to a first-class college.

Hitters challenging the dead centerfield stands with soaring fly balls were doomed to frustration and long outs. The seats beyond what was known as 'Death Valley' were a far away and discouraging 461 feet. Indeed, one source gives the 1923 distance to dead center as 490 feet, but that sounds like somebody misread his tape measure. In any case, nobody- not Ruth, or Gehrig, or any other sluggers around the league- ever reached the stands in dead center.

Survivors from the old Negro Leagues insist that herculean black slugger Josh Gibson whacked a fair ball past the leftfield foul pole, out of the Stadium, out of sight, during a Negro League doubleheader. How far it really traveled is anybody's guess.

As for leftfielders covering the centerfield outer space, it took fleet-footed types like Earle Combs and Joe DiMaggio - and the condition of a marathoner- to pull in long, towering shots.

Until the early 1930s, there was no public address system in Yankee Stadium. Lineup changes during a game were announced by a leather-lunged guy hollering the names through what must have been the largest portable megaphone ever. He'd circle the field, bellowing as he went, until everyone got the message, then exit to recuperate. He was no Bob Sheppard; but then, who else can match the singular Mr. Sheppard?

The largest validated crowd at the Stadium is 83,533 (81,841 paid, 1,692 freebies), set on May 30, 1938, in a Memorial Day doubleheader with the Red Sox. The Yankees won both games, 10-0, 5-4. We don't know how many hot dots and peanuts were sold that day, but it too must have been a record. In the first game the already stricken Gehrig was 2-for-5, in the second 2-for-4, an indication of what an extraordinary athlete he was. And in the 1939 World Championship year DiMaggio hit his career-high and league-leading ,381 on one of Joe McCarthy's eight Yankee pennant winners and seven World Champions.

In 1928 the grandstand was extended past the leftfield foul pole, and in 1937 and 1938 past the right field pole. Like the bleacherites, fans sitting in any one of those lengthened grandstands could now scramble for homers whammed by the likes of Dickey, Henrich and DiMaggio. The leftfield foul line was lengthened to 301 feet in 1928; in 1930 the rightfield line was 296 feet, still a tempting target for Yankee sluggers. As for straightaway center, 'Death Valley' became slightly less lethal. By 1976 the centerfield fence was 417 feet from the plate, not exactly a chip shot but a gesture of compassion towards outfielders living high on the hog.

As the years passed Bomber pennants and World Championships accumulated at an astonishing rate. From 1923 to 1973, the last year of the original Stadium, the Yankees won 27 pennants and 20 World Championships in what we'll call Stadium One; years when the immortal Casey Stengel managed his great Yankee clubs to 10 pennants and seven World Championships. No other club has approached those marks, nor is it likely that one will in the next 50 years.

Miller Huggins was the Yankee skipper when the club won its first six pennants and three World Championships in Stadium One, all in the 'Roaring Twenties.' After Hug's sudden death in 1929, a monument was erected to his memory in the outfield on May 30, 1932. This was the beginning of a tradition. Monuments to Gehrig and Ruth followed, as well as plaques honoring Ruppert and Barrow.

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Today, Monument Park displays plaques and monuments honoring 19 eminent Yankees. Happily, some of these players are still thriving: e.g. Joe DiMaggio, Phil Rizzuto and Yogi Berra. In addition there are two plaques, gifts of the Knights of Columbus, commemorating the historic visits to the Stadium of Pope Paul VI (1965) and Pope John Paul II (1979). Originally the monuments and plaques were on the edge. sometimes reachable by shots off the bats of muscled sluggers. Now fans can visit them in a special enclosed section beyond the playing field.

By 1973 the Stadium was 50 years old and showing its age. So a bond issue was floated to finance a major reconstruction, and the team left the Bronx to play in Shea Stadium while the Yankees' home was completely rebuilt. What emerged- let's call it Yankee Stadium Two- was a spanking new edifice as pleasing to the eye as the old stadium, but with modern upgraded facilities.

On April 15, 1976, Yankee Stadium Two welcomed new generations of fans with an 11-4 victory against the Twins. A hi-tech scoreboard and TV screen dominated centerfield and the new lights were state-of-the-art. (Night baseball had arrived in the Stadium on May 28, 1946.) In addition to the many fast food stands, elegant restaurants and lounges serving everything from a tasty burger to a gourmet-style meal, parts of the scalloped ornamentation which decorated the upper facade of Stadium One were preserved. They now hang above the outfield area, a nostalgic symbol of the great Yankee past.

Beneath and behind the stands, reached by a complex of passageways, are parts of the Stadium fans never get to see. These included Yankees and visitors clubhouses, equipment rooms, extensive training and conditioning areas, and medical facilities that are a cross between a first-aid station and a hospital clinic. There is a room set aside for players' wives with infant children. The press and broadcast media is served in a special dining room; after the games, the stories written in the adjoining press room are filed directly to the respective papers.

All Yankee publications- Yankees Magazine, the Yearbooks, the Media Guides- are published in the Stadium. And all club business offices- Executive, Media, Public Relations and Baseball Operations- are located in the Stadium. For ball players the season ends in autumn, but the business of running the Yankees goes on year-round on the original 10 acres.

Despite the changes the years have brought, one part of the Yankee home remains happily the same. Stadium Two surrounds the same historic ball field on which great Yankee ball players, and outstanding athletes from other clubs, worked their magic. On this historic diamond played the great Babe, the courageous Gehrig, the slick Whitey, the incomparable DiMaggio, the mighty Mickey. And Roger, Ellie, the Scooter, Reggie, Dickey, Yogi and so many others who became baseball immortals. For true Yankee fans the Stadium diamond, flourishing in green splendor, is the vibrant heart of Yankee tradition. It is their field of dreams come to life, their once and future home of champions.

Ebbets Field and the Polo Grounds have joined the ghosts of lost ball parks. Some teams have wandered from one city to another. But the Yankees and Yankee Stadium remain in New York, standing proud on the banks of the Harlem, a magnificent reminder of a fabulous past, yet firmly anchored in the present. In the 70th anniversary of the Stadium's celebrated existence, the New York Yankees, the most famous of all sports franchises, still at home in the most renowned of stadiums, rebuilds again to rise again the rank of champions.

Happy 70th Birthday, Yankee Stadium!"

-Leo Trachtenberg, The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

YANKEES FAN FESTIVAL

"The third annual Yankees fan festival, held February 5-7, 1993, was a Yankee fan's dream come true. The event provided fans with an opportunity to get up close and personal with their favorite Yankee players, past and present, during the off-season.

A sold-out crowd, which totaled 10,000 people, flocked to the Jacob Javits Convention Center in Manhattan to partake in the many activities. All of the Festival's proceeds were donated to the Yankee Foundation and the Children's Heart Fund. The Yankee Foundation is a non-profit organization that benefits charities in the New York area. The Children's Heart Fund, which Don Mattingly supports extensively, provides medical care to underprivileged youngsters who would not otherwise be able to receive it.

Among the many activities available were collecting autographs from members of the '93 Yankees team. Danny Tartabull, Melido Perez, Bernie Williams, Pat Kelly and Mattingly, along with newest Yankees Jim Abbott, Jimmy Key, Spike Owen and Paul O'Neill were some of the many players who helped entertain the fans who traveled from all parts of the country to see their favorite Bronx Bombers.

The Festival included a strong lineup of former players including Tommy Henrich, Ron Guidry, Tommy John, Don Larsen, Bob Lemon, Mickey Rivers and Roy White. Other notables included former Yankees Ron Blomberg, Clete Boyer, Mike Torrez, Phil Linz, Joe Pepitone, Hector Lopez, Johnny Blanchard and George Frazier.

In addition to the autograph sessions, a collection of exhibits was available to participants at no extra charge. One of the more popular activities was provided by former Yankee John Montefusco. The Count's batting cage simulates the image of an actual major league pitcher throwing off a mound. The realistic effect attracted the attention of fans and players alike.

Also available was the Donruss Baseball Card Photo Booth. Fans could have their likeness in a Yankee uniform recreated on a baseball with their own personal statistics on the back. A Fantasy Play-By-Play Booth enabled fans to record and take home on videotape a great moment in Yankee history. Chris Chambliss' 1976 pennant-clinching home run versus the Royals, Reggie Jackson's three home runs in the '77 Series or the last half-inning of Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series were some of the many great moments to recreate.

Two exhibits open for viewing were the Photo Gallery and the Halper Memorabilia Showcase. The Photo Gallery displayed large, rare black-and-white and color photos encompassing Yankee history from 1923 to the present. The Halper Memorabilia Showcase featured uniforms from the extensive collection of renowned collector Barry Halper.

In recognition for taking part in the Festival, all fans were allowed to exchange their ticket stub for a free ticket to a '93 Yankee game.

'We are happy to offer fans a one-time charge for this event which covers the cost of autographs, making your own baseball card, a free videocassette, free swings at the batting cage and a free ticket to an upcoming Yankees game,' said Kathy Korleski, Fan Festival coordinator. 'We feel these factors are what separate a Yankee show from an ordinary card show because of the value it offers to fans.'

The admission charge enabled fans to enter the Silent Auction Room where they could bid on unique Yankee items such as Don Mattingly's signed home jersey, autographed bats, team-autographed batting helmets and the authentic Yankee bullpen car were auctioned off.

Activities fans could bid on included 'Photographer for a Day,' 'Meet the Manager Night,' 'Groundskeeper for a Day,' and the 'All-Star Trip to Baltimore' excursion.

Numerous card dealers and exhibitors displayed memorabilia ranging from baseball cards to autographed jerseys of Hall of Famers and much more. Major League Marketing, producers of Score and Pinnacle baseball cards, distributed its new products. A caricaturist was also on hand, as was a booth where fans could have their picture taken and put on the cover of Yankees Magazine. In addition, tickets to future Yankee home games were on sale as well as full and partial season ticket plans.

The Fourth Annual Fan Festival, scheduled for February 4-6, 1994, promises plenty of exciting surprises aimed to make the event bigger and better than ever.

'We are very excited that the Third Annual Festival sold out, and we are concentrating on extending invitations to even more Yankee players and increasing activities for the fans,' said Korleski.

You don't want to miss it, so get your tickets and we'll see you there!"

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

YANKEES IN THE COMMUNITY

"A strong commitment to the community has always been one of the most important objectives of the New York Yankees. Again in 1993, the Yankees are heavily involved with numerous charities, non-profit organizations, schools, and youth groups in the New York Metropolitan area.

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

YANKEE FOUNDATION

"Since its formation in 1973, the Yankees have contributed to the New York community through this philanthropic organization, founded by Yankees Principal Owner and General Partner George Steinbrenner. The Foundation has raised over $2.5 million for athletic, recreational and educational programs for New York's young people.

Some of the organizations which receive assistance from the Foundation include the New York Urban League, Boys Club of Greater New York, Boy Scouts, Big Brothers of New York, Catholic Youth Organization, Fresh Air Fund, Instructional Television, Police Athletic League, Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, the YWMCA as well as other numerous university programs." 

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

THE WHITNEY M. YOUNG, JR. FOOTBALL CLASSIC

"Since 1971, the Yankees have sponsored and underwritten the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial Football Classic in association with the New York Urban League. Proceeds from the game provide needed funds to help minority youth gain financial assistance in pursuit of a college education. The Yankees have raised over $650,000 since 1971."

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

THE CON EDISON/YANKEES BASEBALL PROGRAM 

"This is the 26th year of the Con Edison/Yankees baseball program. Since 1968, Con Edison and the New York Yankees have provided free admission to Yankees games for more than 2.5 million area youngsters, ranging in age from 8 to 16. Every five children are accompanied by an adult chaperone. For many young people in New York City and Westchester County, this program has provided their first opportunity to attend a professional baseball game.

Tickets are distributed by Con Edison to youth organizations in New York and Westchester on a first-come, first-serve basis. More than 3,000 seats per game are made available to these organizations for 26 games a season.

As part of the program, Earl Battey, a former Minnesota Twins catcher and five-time American League All-Star, attends games with the children and serves as an expert 'answer man' for their questions about the baseball action.

The program was enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1976. It has also been recognized as 'a public service worthy of special recognition' in a New York City mayoral proclamation and has won the top public service award of the American Gas Association."

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

YANKEES/CITIBANK BASEBALL CLINICS

"Again in 1993, the Yankees and Citibank, in conjunction with the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, are conducting 10 clinics in the city this summer. At each clinic, a Yankee player and coach give baseball instruction to youngsters in each of the five boroughs and also distribute free Yankee items.

The Yankees and Citibank also use the clinics as an opportunity to encourage the city's youngsters to stay in school and off drugs. The 1992 clinics were a major success and this year's promise to be even more popular."

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

YANKEES WINTER CARAVAN

"Each off-season numerous Yankee players and front office executives visit New York area high schools and hospitals where they meet and talk baseball with fans of all ages. The Yankees also host annual Halloween and Christmas parties for local children in the Stadium Club Restaurant in Yankee Stadium. Past and present Yankee stars attend the parties and spend the day with the children.

Current Yankees personnel also make individual efforts to help charities in the New York area. General Manager Gene Michael is a founder of the Gene Michael fund, a chapter of the Tomorrow's Children Fund. The fund raises money for research, care and assistance for children's cancer at the Hackensack Medical Center in New Jersey.

Don Mattingly is deeply involved with the Children's Health Fund, which provides mobile medical for New York City's homeless children. He also does work with the Easter Seals Society and the National Committee for the Prevention of Child Abuse.

Danny Tartabull is the national spokesman for Big Brothers for America and new Yankee Jimmy Key is a major contributor to the HELP housing program, the nation's largest provider of transitional housing for the homeless."

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

1993 New York Yankees Roster

Yankee Stadium, The Bronx, New York (April 4) (exhibition game)

Manager: Buck Showalter 11

No. Coaches

  6  Clete Boyer (3rd base)

40  Tony Cloninger (pitching)

52  Mark Connor (bullpen)

48  Rick Down (batting)

46  Frank Howard (1st base)

50  Ed Napoleon (bench)

No. Pitchers 

25  Jim Abbott (L-L)

26  Steve Farr (R-R)

42  John Habyan (R-R)

53  Neal Heaton (L-L)

57  Steve Howe (L-L)

28  Scott Kamieniecki (R-R)

22  Jimmy Key (R-L)

34  Sam Militello (R-R)

55 Rich Monteleone (R-R)

33  Melido Perez (R-R)

27  Bob Wickman (R-R) 

39  Mike Witt (R-R)*

No. Catchers

13  Jim Leyritz (R-R)

38  Matt Nokes (L-R)

20  Mike Stanley (R-R)

No. Infielders

12  Wade Boggs (L-R)

  2  Mike Gallego (R-R) 

14  Pat Kelly (R-R)

24  Kevin Maas (L-L)

23  Don Mattingly (L-L)

31 Hensley Meulens (R-R)

41 Spike Owen (S-R)

17  Andy Stankiewicz (R-R)

18  Randy Velarde (R-R)

No. Outfielders 

60  Mike Humphreys (R-R)

19  Dion James (L-L)

21  Paul O'Neill (L-L)

45  Danny Tartabull (R-R) 

51  Bernie Williams (S-R)

29  Gerald Williams (R-R)

Trainers: Gene Monahan, Steve Donohue

Bullpen Catcher: Jake Gibbs 

Traveling Secretary: David Szen

Team Physician: Dr. Stuart Hershon

Strength and Conditioning: Gary Weil

*not on active roster

Yankees numerical roster

   2 Gallego, if

   6 Boyer, ch

11 Showalter, mgr

12 Boggs, if

13 Leyritz, c-if

14 Kelly, if

17 Stankiewicz, if

18 Velarde, if

19 James, of

20 Stanley, c

21 O'Neill, of

22 Key, p

23 Mattingly, if

24 Maas, if

25 Abbott, p

26 Farr, p

27 Wickman, p

28 Kamieniecki, p

29 Williams, of

31 Meulens, if-of

33 Perez, p

34 Militello, p

38 Nokes, c

39 Witt, p*

40 Cloninger, ch

41 Owen, if

42 Habyan, p

43 Johnson, p

45 Tartabull, of

46 Howard, ch

48 Down, ch

50 Napoleon, ch

51 Williams, of

52 Connor, ch

53 Heaton, p

55 Monteleone, p

57 Howe, p

60 Humphreys, of

*not on active roster

retired numbers

1 Martin

3 Ruth

4 Gehrig

5 DiMaggio

7 Mantle

8 Berra

8 Dickey

9 Maris

10 Rizzuto

15 Munson

16 Ford

32 Howard

37 Stengel

1993 New York Mets Roster

Yankee Stadium, The Bronx, New York (April 4) (exhibition game)

Manager: Jeff Torborg 10

No. Coaches

  4  Mike Cubbage

26  Barry Foote

28  Dave LaRoche

27  Tom McCraw

30  Mel Stottlemyre

No. Pitchers

43  Mark Dewey (R-R)

47  Mike Draper (R-R)

50  Sid Fernandez (L-L)

31  John Franco (L-L)

45  Paul Gibson (R-L)

16  Dwight Gooden (R-R)

53  Eric Hillman (L-L)

40  Jeff Innis (R-R)

51  Mike Maddux (L-R)

18  Bret Saberhagen (R-R)

48  Pete Schourek (L-L)

29  Frank Tanana (L-L)

19  Anthony Young (R-R)

No. Catchers

  9  Todd Hundley (S-R)

22  Charlie O'Brien (R-R)

No. Infielders

36  Kevin Baez (R-R)

23  Tim Bogar (R-R)

   1  Tony Fernandez (S-R)

20  Howard Johnson (S-R)

12  Jeff Kent (R-R)

  7  Jeff McKnight (S-R)

33  Eddie Murray (S-R)

No. Outfielders

25  Bobby Bonilla (S-R)

11  Vince Coleman (S-R)

  8  Dave Gallagher (R-R)

  6  Joe Orsulak (L-L)

21  Darren Reed (R-R)

44  Ryan Thompson (R-R)

34  Chico Walker (S-R)   

Traveling Secretary: Bob O'Hara

Trainers: Steve Garland, Sam McCrary

Team Physician: Dr. David Altchek   

Mets numerical roster

1 Fernandez, if

4 Cubbage, ch

6 Orsulak, of

7 McKnight, if

8 Gallagher, of

9 Hundley, c

10 Torborg, mgr

11 Coleman, of

12 Kent, if

16 Gooden, p

18 Saberhagen, p

19 Young, p

20 Johnson, if

21 Reed, of

22 O'Brien, c

23 Bogar, if

25 Bonilla, of

26 Foote, ch

27 McCraw, ch

28 LaRoche, ch

29 Tanana, p

30 Stottlemyre, ch

31 Franco, p

33, Murray, if

34 Walker, of

36 Baez, of

40 Innis, p

43 Dewey, p

44 Thompson, of

47 Draper, p

48 Schourek, p

49 Vitko, p

50 Fernandez, p

51 Maddux, p

53 Hillman, p

YANKEE STADIUM GROUND RULES

"Foul poles are outside the playing field. Any batted ball hitting a foul pole above the fence line is a home run. Bat racks are within the dugouts.

Any thrown ball hitting a dugout railing or foundation and rebounding on the field is in play. A ball going into the dugout or hitting other parts of the dugout- out of play."

-New York Yankees 1993 Information Guide

1993 American League Umpires

2* Bremigan

3 Evans

4 Tschida

5 Scott

6 Joyce

7 Phillips

8 McKean

9* Kunkel

10 McCoy

11 Denkinger

13 Cousins

14 Palermo

15 Brinkman

16* DiMuro

17 Hirschbeck

18 Kosc

19 Garcia

20 Ford

21 Kaiser

22 Barnett

23 Reed

24 Clark

25 Johnson

26 Voltaggio

27 Roe

28 Young

29 Shulock

30 Welke

31 Reilly

32 Meriwether

33 Merrill

34 Morrison

35 Hendry

36 McClelland

37 Coble

38 Cederstrom

39 Hickox

40 Craft

41 O'Nora

* retired number

YANKEES SPECIAL DAYS

Calendar Weekend (Saturday & Sunday, April 17 & 18), Yankees vs. Texas: Follow the Yankees all year round with this 1992 full-color calendar, compliments of Coca-Cola.

Autographed Ball Day (Sunday, May 1), Yankees vs. Seattle: All fans 14 & under can add to their memorabilia collection with this replica autographed ball featuring members of the '93 squad, compliments of Jolly Rancher Candy.

Batting Glove Day (Sunday, May 2), Yankees vs. Seattle: Yankee fans 14 and under can 'get a grip' on their favorite bat with this blue and white batting glove, compliments of Starter.

Briefcase Day (Sunday, May 6), Yankees vs. California: A great new giveaway day that men 21 & over can use to carry their important papers to and from the office, compliments of WABC Talk Radio 77 AM.

Painter's Cap Day (Saturday, May 15), Yankees vs. Toronto: All fans will love wearing this cap while they do their household chores, compliments of Benjamin Moore.

Baseball Card Folder Day (Sunday, May 16), Yankees vs. Toronto: A great way for Yankee fans 14 & under to store their baseball cards, compliments of Donruss.

Fanny Pack Day (Sunday, May 29), Yankees vs. Chicago: All fans can use this handy item to hold their keys, subway tokens and  Yankee tickets, compliments of Nobody Beats The Wiz.

Helmet Day (Saturday, May 30), Yankees vs. Chicago: All fans 14 & under will receive a replica batting helmet, compliments of Dellwood.

Rookie League Magazine Day (Monday, May 31), Yankees vs. Cleveland: All fans 14 & under will receive a copy of Major League Baseball's magazine for kids, compliments of Fleer Corporation.

Bat Day (Saturday, June 19), Yankees vs. Minnesota: A Yankee tradition since 1965. All fans 14 & under can swing into summer with this replica Yankee bat, compliments of NatWest Banks USA.

Father's Day/6-Pack Cooler Bag Day (Sunday, June 20), Yankees vs. Minnesota: The Yankees say 'thanks, dad' with a six-pack cooler bag for men 21 & over, compliments of Deer Park Water.

64-Ounce Cooler Day  (Wednesday, June 30), Yankees vs.Detroit: Fans 14 & under can use this cooler at the family barbecue or bring it to the beach, compliments of Modell's Sporting Goods.

Sunglasses Day (Saturday, July 17), Yankees vs. Oakland: All fans will have it 'made in the shade' with this pair of sunglasses, compliments of Nobody Beats The Wiz.

Athletic Sock Night (Sunday, July 18), Yankees vs. Oakland: Add to your baseball wardrobe with these athletic socks, complete with Yankee logo, compliments of Foot Locker.

Old Timers' Day (Saturday, July 24), Yankees vs. California: See the greatest living players ever to wear Pinstripes in the 47th Annual Old Timers' Day classic (ceremonies begin at noon).

Baseball Glove Day (Sunday, August 1), Yankees vs. Milwaukee: Fans 14 & under can make great catches with this baseball glove, compliments of Citibank.

Water Bottle Day (Thursday, August 5), Yankees vs. Toronto: Yankee fans 14 & under will never go thirsty with their water bottle, compliments of Modell's Sporting Goods.

Reggie Jackson Day (Saturday, August 14), Yankees vs. Baltimore: Join the Yankees as they salute Mr. October, the newest member of baseball's Hall of Fame.

Ring Day (Sunday, August 15), Yankees vs. Baltimore: Yankee fans 14 & under can show their team spirit by wearing this great looking ring.

Wallet Day (Wednesday, August 18), Yankees vs. Texas: Fans 14 & under can keep track of their allowance with his handy wallet, compliments of PayDay.

Sports Bag Day (Saturday, August 21), Yankees vs. Kansas City: All fans will receive a roomy sports bag that's perfect for use at the gym, library or beach, compliments of WABC Talk Radio 77 AM.

Watch Day (Sunday, August 22), Yankees vs. Kansas City: All fans will be at the Stadium 'on time' for this great looking digital watch, compliments of Nobody Beats The Wiz.

Lunch Bag Day (Saturday, September 4), Yankees vs. Cleveland: This insulated bag will come in handy for all fans 14 & under who like to bring their lunch to school.

Fan Appreciation Night (Saturday, October 2), Yankees vs. Detroit: The Yankees salute the world's greatest fans with a very special gift. 

-The New York Yankees Official 1993 Yearbook

WHERE THE YANKEES STAY ON THE ROAD 

Baltimore- Stouffer Harborplace Hotel

Boston- Sheraton Boston Hotel

California (Anaheim)- Anaheim Hilton & Towers

Chicago- Westin Hotel, Chicago

Cleveland- Marriott Society Center

Detroit- Westin Renaissance Center

Kansas City- Westin Crown Center

Milwaukee- Pfister

Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Paul)- Radisson Plaza Hotel (Minneapolis)

Oakland- Waterfront Plaza Hotel

Seattle- Westin Hotel, Seattle

Texas (Arlington)- Arlington Hilton

Toronto- Western Harbour Castle

American League teams visiting New York: Grand Hyatt

-1993 New York Yankees Information Guide 

1993 YANKEES YEARBOOK AND PROGRAM ADVERTISEMENTS

-1993 Leaf Celebrity Batboy/Batgirl Sweepstakes

-1993 New York Yankees Yearbook Video: The Yearbook of the Future

-1993 Official New York Yankees Publications

-1993 Yankees Bookshelf

-1994 Yankees Fan Festival

-The Aids Hotline: How to Protect Yourself on any Field

-American Airlines: Something Special to Latin America

-American Express: The American Express Card. Don't leave home without it.

-Amoco Ultimate: Clearly Better

-Ad Council: Only you can prevent forest fires.

-Beck's: The Number One Imported German Beer

-Benjamin Moore Paints: A Stroke of Brilliance

-The Bradford Exchange

-Budweiser Fantasy Play-By-Play

-Chevy Camaro: It looks like the '90s are going to be fun after all.

-Coco-Cola: Catch One at the Game

-Coming Attraction: The Yankees and Coca-Cola present CALENDAR WEEKEND, Sat. and Sun., April 17-18 vs. Texas Rangers

-Coming Attraction: The Yankees and Jolly Rancher Candy present AUTOGRAPHED BALL DAY, Sat., May 1 vs. Seattle Mariners

-Competition & Sports Cars, LTD.

-Cracker Jack: Available at the Concession Stand

-Deer Park: A winning season starts with a great spring.

-Delta: We love to fly and it shows.

-Diamond Collection: You can't get any closer to the major leagues.

-Donruss Baseball Card Photo Booth: Look like a Yankee ballplayer!

-Emigrant Savings Bank: A Salute from One New York Original to Another.

-Express Mail

-Fort Lauderdale: The Winter Home of the Yankees for 32 Years

-Garden City Hotel

-Gatorade Yankee Juniors Club

-Geico

-Gordon's London Dry Gin: Good Times & Gordon's Gin

-Hewlett Packard

-Hitachi: A picture so real it could fool the Audubon Society.

-Hyundai

-HRS: Fix Your Hair

-IBM: Even if it's gone it won't be forgotten.

-Jen Mar Graphics

-Kellogg's Frosted Flakes: Some Pastimes You Never Outgrow

-Kid Athlete

-Kool

-Limited Edition Bobble Head Dolls

-Lite: Everything You Want a Beer to Be

-Major League Baseball: Congratulations. You're batting a million.

-Manchester Equipment Company, Inc.: Authorized Hewlett Packard Dealer

-Manfredi: The Safe Auto Group

-Marlboro

-Maxell: Products that make Other products Perform Better

-Met Life: Get Met. It Pays.

-Michelin: Because So Much is Riding on Your Tires

-Mickey Mantle's Week of Dreams

-Milkbone

-Modell's Sporting Goods

-MSG: The Best in the Game

-National Committe for the Prevention of Child Abuse

-New York Yankees Clubhouse

-Nicotrol: Nictotine Transdermal System

-Official NY Yankees Gift Catalog: It's not official ...  unless it's official Yankee gift merchandise.

-Pontiac: We are driving excitement.

-The Port Authority of NY & NJ: Travel smart. Know before you go.

-Pro Picture Plates

-PSP: When We Talk Sports, We're All Business. Yankees Official Souvenir Program produced by Professional Sports Publications.

-Radisson Bay Harbor Inn: The Beachfront Ballpark

-Rums of Puerto Rico: Rum beats vodka to a pulp.

-The Salvation Army: Sharing is Caring.

-Samsung: Techology that works for life.

-Scandinavian Ski & Sportshop

-Sharp: From sharp minds come sharp products.

-Spirit of New York Harbor Cruises: Take Your Team for an Aweigh Game!

-Spruce Hill Treatment Center

-Texaco: Star of the American Road

-Tower Records: Your Ticket to Entertainment

-Toyota: Introducing the Toyota T-100

-Tropworld: Casino and Entertainment Resort

-U.S. Healthcare: U.S. Healthcare covers you, come rain or shine.

-Yankee of the Year (New York Newsday/Newsday)

-Yankees Bookshelf 1993

-Yankees Home Video Library

-Yankees Magazine

1993 New York Yankees May 1 Roster

 Yankee Stadium, The Bronx, New York 

Manager - Buck Showalter 11

No. Coaches

  6  Clete Boyer

40  Tony Cloninger

52  Mark Connor

48  Rick Down

46  Frank Howard

50  Ed Napoleon

No. Pitchers 

25  Jim Abbott (L-L)

26  Steve Farr (R-R)

42  John Habyan (R-R)

53  Neal Heaton (L-L)

57  Steve Howe (L-L)

28  Scott Kamieniecki (R-R)

22  Jimmy Key (R-L)

55 Rich Monteleone (R-R)

33  Melido Perez (R-R)

27  Bob Wickman (R-R) 

39  Mike Witt (R-R)

No. Catchers

13  Jim Leyritz (R-R)

38  Matt Nokes (L-R)

20  Mike Stanley (R-R)

No. Infielders

12  Wade Boggs (L-R)

  2  Mike Gallego (R-R) 

14  Pat Kelly (R-R)

24  Kevin Maas (L-L)

23  Don Mattingly (L-L)

17 Spike Owen (S-R)

18  Randy Velarde (R-R)

No. Outfielders 

19  Dion James (L-L)

21  Paul O'Neill (L-L)

45  Danny Tartabull (R-R) 

51  Bernie Williams (S-R)

Trainers: Gene Monahan, Steve Donohue

Bullpen Catcher: Jake Gibbs 41

*not on active roster

numerical roster

   2 Gallego, if

   6 Boyer, ch

11 Showalter, mgr

12 Boggs, if

13 Leyritz, c-if

14 Kelly, if

17 Owen, if

18 Velarde, if

19 James, of

20 Stanley, c

21 O'Neill, of

22 Key, p

23 Mattingly, if

24 Maas, if

25 Abbott, p

26 Farr, p

27 Wickman, p

28 Kamieniecki, p

33 Perez, p

38 Nokes, c

39 Witt, p

40 Cloninger, ch

41 Gibbs, bpc

42 Habyan, p

45 Tartabull, of

46 Howard, ch

48 Down, ch

50 Napoleon, ch

51 Williams, of

52 Connor, ch

53 Heaton, p

55 Monteleone, p

57 Howe, p

*not on active roster

retired numbers

1 Martin

3 Ruth

4 Gehrig

5 DiMaggio

7 Mantle

8 Berra

8 Dickey

9 Maris

10 Rizzuto

15 Munson

16 Ford

32 Howard

37 Stengel

May 1 Yankees starting lineup, Yankee Stadium

B. Williams CF

Velarde LF  

Mattingly 1B   

Tartabull RF

Leyritz C

Stanley DH

Gallego 3B

Owen SS

Kelly 2B

Witt P

1993 YANKEES MAY 1 DEPTH CHART

C   Matt Nokes

1B Don Mattingly

2B Pat Kelly

3B Wade Boggs 

SS Spike Owen

LF Paul O'Neill (RF)

CF Bernie Williams 

RF Danny Tartabull (DH)

DH Kevin Maas (1B) 

UTILITY

C   Jim Leyritz (1B)

3B Mike Gallego (2B-SS)

LF Randy Velarde (SS-3B-2B)

LF Dion James (CF-RF)

DH Mike Stanley (C) 

PITCHERS

Jimmy Key

Jim Abbott 

Melido Perez

Mike Witt

Bob Wickman

RELIEF PITCHERS

Steve Farr

Steve Howe

Scott Kamieniecki

John Habyan

Rich Monteleone 

Neal Heaton

OPTIONED PLAYERS

Pitchers 

Andy Cook (R-R) 

Sterling Hitchcock (L-L)

Mark Hutton (R-R) 

Domingo Jean (R-R) 

Jeff Johnson (R-L)

Sam Militello (R-R)

Bobby Munoz (R-R)

Mariano Rivera (R-R) 

Infielders

Russ Davis (R-R)  

Robert Eenhorn (R-R) 

Hensley Meulens (R-R)

Dave Silvestri (R-R)

Andy Stankiewicz (R-R)

Outfielders 

Mike Humphreys (R-R)

Gerald Williams (R-R)

1993 New York Yankees Opening Day Roster

Municipal Stadium, Cleveland, Ohio (April 5)

Manager - Buck Showalter 11

No. Coaches

  6  Clete Boyer

40  Tony Cloninger

52  Mark Connor

48  Rick Down

46  Frank Howard

50  Ed Napoleon

No. Pitchers 

25  Jim Abbott (L-L)

26  Steve Farr (R-R)

42  John Habyan (R-R)

57  Steve Howe (L-L)

28  Scott Kamieniecki (R-R)

22  Jimmy Key (R-L)

34  Sam Militello (R-R)

55 Rich Monteleone (R-R)

33  Melido Perez (R-R)

27  Bob Wickman (R-R) 

39  Mike Witt (R-R)*

No. Catchers

13  Jim Leyritz (R-R)

38  Matt Nokes (L-R)

20  Mike Stanley (R-R)

No. Infielders

12  Wade Boggs (L-R)

  2  Mike Gallego (R-R) 

14  Pat Kelly (R-R)

24  Kevin Maas (L-L)

23  Don Mattingly (L-L)

17 Spike Owen (S-R)

18  Randy Velarde (R-R)

No. Outfielders 

60  Mike Humphreys (R-R)

19  Dion James (L-L)

21  Paul O'Neill (L-L)

45  Danny Tartabull (R-R) 

51  Bernie Williams (S-R)

Trainers: Gene Monahan, Steve Donohue

Bullpen Catcher: Jake Gibbs 41

*not on active roster

numerical roster

   2 Gallego, if

   6 Boyer, ch

11 Showalter, mgr

12 Boggs, if

13 Leyritz, c-if

14 Kelly, if

17 Owen, if

18 Velarde, if

19 James, of

20 Stanley, c

21 O'Neill, of

22 Key, p

23 Mattingly, if

24 Maas, if

25 Abbott, p

26 Farr, p

27 Wickman, p

28 Kamieniecki, p

33 Perez, p

34 Militello, p

38 Nokes, c

39 Witt, p*

40 Cloninger, ch

41 Gibbs, bpc

42 Habyan, p

45 Tartabull, of

46 Howard, ch

48 Down, ch

50 Napoleon, ch

51 Williams, of

52 Connor, ch

55 Monteleone, p

57 Howe, p

60 Humphreys, of

*not on active roster

retired numbers

1 Martin

3 Ruth

4 Gehrig

5 DiMaggio

7 Mantle

8 Berra

8 Dickey

9 Maris

10 Rizzuto

15 Munson

16 Ford

32 Howard

37 Stengel

Opening Day Yankees starting lineup, Municipal Stadium, Cleveland

B. Williams CF

Boggs 3B

Mattingly 1B   

Tartabull RF

O'Neill LF  

Nokes C

Maas DH

Owen SS

Kelly 2B

Key P

OPTIONED PLAYERS

Pitchers 

Andy Cook (R-R) 

Sterling Hitchcock (L-L)

Mark Hutton (R-R) 

Domingo Jean (R-R) 

Jeff Johnson (R-L)

Bobby Munoz (R-R)

Mariano Rivera (R-R) 

No. Infielders

Russ Davis (R-R)  

Robert Eenhorn (R-R) 

Hensley Meulens (R-R)

Dave Silvestri (R-R)

Andy Stankiewicz (R-R)

No. Outfielders 

Gerald Williams (R-R)

1993 YANKEES OPENING DAY DEPTH CHART

C   Matt Nokes

1B Don Mattingly

2B Pat Kelly

3B Wade Boggs 

SS Spike Owen

LF Paul O'Neill 

CF Bernie Williams 

RF Danny Tartabull

DH Kevin Maas (1B) 

UTILITY

C   Mike Stanley 

2B Mike Gallego (SS)

3B Jim Leyritz (C-1B)

SS Randy Velarde 

OF Dion James

OF Mike Humphreys

PITCHERS

Jimmy Key

Jim Abbott 

Melido Perez

Sam Militello

Bob Wickman

Scott Kamieniecki

Mike Witt*

RELIEF PITCHERS

John Habyan

Steve Farr

Steve Howe

Rich Monteleone 

*not on active roster

1993 New York Yankees Scorebook & Souvenir Program, first edition, portrait photos 

Jim Abbott (P) 25

Wade Boggs (3B) 12

Steve Farr (P) 26

Mike Gallego (IF) 2

John Habyan (P) 42

Neal Heaton (P) 53

Steve Howe (P) 57

Dion James (LF) 19

Jeff Johnson (P) 43

Scott Kamieniecki (P) 28

Pat Kelly (2B) 14

Jimmy Key (P) 22

Jim Leyritz (C-1B-OF) 13

Kevin Maas (1B) 24

Don Mattingly (1B) 23

Hensley Meulens (OF) 31

Sam Militello (P) 34

Rich Monteleone (P) 55

Matt Nokes (C) 38

Paul O'Neill (RF) 21

Spike Owen (SS) 41

Melido Perez (P) 33

Andy Stankiewicz (IF) 17

Mike Stanley (C) 20

Danny Tartabull (DH-OF) 45

Randy Velarde (IF) 18

Bob Wickman (P) 27

Bernie Williams (CF) 51

Gerald Williams (OF) 29

Mike Witt (P) 39

1993 New York Yankees Yearbook Roster, Taxi Squad and Prospects

ROSTER

Manager: Buck Showalter 11

First Base Coach: Frank Howard 46

Third Base Coach: Clete Boyer 6

Pitching Coach: Tony Cloninger 40

Batting Coach: Rick Down 48

Bench Coach: Ed Napoleon 50

Bullpen Coach: Mark Connor 52

Catcher: Mike Stanley 20, Matt Nokes 38

First Base: Don Mattingly 23, Jim Leyritz 13 (C-RF) 

Second Base: Pat Kelly 14, Mike Gallego 2 (SS-3B)

Third Base: Wade Boggs 12

Shortstop: Spike Owen 17, Randy Velarde 18 (3B-OF)

Left Field: Gerald Williams 36, Dion James 19 (CF)

Center Field: Bernie Williams 51

Right Field: Paul O'Neill 21

Designated Hitter: Danny Tartabull 45 (RF), Kevin Maas 24 (1B)

Starting Pitchers:

Jimmy Key 22

Scott Kamieniecki 28

Jim Abbott 25

Melido Perez 33

Bob Wickman 27

Frank Tanana 31

Relief Pitchers:

Lee Smith 47

Steve Farr 26

John Habyan 42

Steve Howe 57

TAXI SQUAD

Third Base: Hensley Meulens 58* (OF)

Shortstop: Andy Stankiewicz 35

Outfield: Mike Humphreys 60 (3B)

Starting Pitchers:

Sam Militello 34

Mike Witt 39

Jeff Johnson 43

Relief Pitchers:

Rich Monteleone 55

Neal Heaton 53

PROSPECTS

Catcher: Kiki Hernandez, Gordon Sanchez

First Base: Don Sparks

Second Base: Bobby DeJardin (SS)

Third Base: Russ Davis

Shortstop: Dave Silvestri, Robert Eenhoorn, Derek Jeter

Outfield: Billy Masse

Starting Pitchers:

Sterling Hitchcock

Ed Martel

Bobby Munoz

Domingo Jean

Andy Cook

Brien Taylor  

Mariano Rivera

Relief Pitchers:

Mark Hutton

Kenny Greer

Francisco De La Rosa+

*unofficial uniform number

+ six-year minor league free agent

1993 New York Yankees Player Development

BASEBALL

Vice-President, Player Development and Scouting: Bill Livesey 

Director of Minor League Operations: Mitch Lukevics

Coordinator of Scouting: Kevin Elfering

Assistant Director of Minor League Operations: Jeff Mercer

Coordinator of Instruction: Mark Newman

Clubhouse Coordinator/Equipment Manager: Dave Hays

Head Trainer/Rehab Supervisor: TBA

Coordinator of Strength and Conditioning: Shawn Powell

Secretary, Baseball Operations: TBA

Secretary, Minor Leagues: Lesa Senker

Secretary, Scouting: Debbie Roth

Clubhouse Manager: Chris Guth

Clubhouse Maintenance: Nephtale Mora

-1993 New York Yankees Information Guide

ADMINISTRATION

Director of Administrative Services: Les Parker

Director of Public and Community Relations: Jim Szponar

Director of New Development: Joe Smith

Controller: Mike Macaluso

Accounting Administrator, Accounts Payable: Rigo Garcia

Accounting Administrator, Payroll: Melissa Jordan

Accounting Administrator, NY Accounts Payable: Ann Pizzio

Accounting Administrator, Accounts Receivable: Mike Piehal

Accounting Administrator, General Ledger: Mike Timothy

Human Resources/Insurance Administrator: Barbara Skelly

Executive Secretary, Joseph A. Molloy: Sheron Ake

Receptionist/Secretary: Barbara Mahovlich

Head of Maintenance: Ruben Diaz   

-1993 New York Yankees Information Guide

NEW YORK YANKEES FARM CLUBS

AAA

Columbus Clippers

Columbus, Ohio

International League

Ballpark - Cooper Stadium

Manager - Stump Merrill

Pitching Coach - Mike Brown

Coach - Hop Cassady

Coach - Ted Uhlaneder

Trainer - Darren London

AA

Albany-Colonie Yankees

Albany, New York

Eastern League

Ballpark - Heritage Park

Manager - Mike Hart

Pitching Coach - Dave Schueler

Coach - Brian Butterfield

Coach - Joe Lefebvre

Trainer - Greg Spratt

A (High A)

Prince William Cannons

Prince William, Virginia

Carolina League

Ballpark - William County Stadium

Manager - Trey Hillman

Pitching Coach - Mark Shiflett

Coach - Brian Milner

Trainer - Tom Raynot

A (Low A)

Greensboro Hornets

Greensboro, North Carolina

South Atlantic League

Ballpark - War Memorial Stadium

Manager - Bill Evers

Pitching Coach - Mark Rose

Coach - Gary Denbo

Trainer - Mark Littlefield

A (Short-Season A)

Oneonta Yankees

Oneonta, New York

New York-Penn League

Ballpark - Damaschke Field

Manager - Mark Newman

Pitching Coach - Juan Nieves

Coach - Rich Arena

Trainer - TBA

Rookie

Tampa Yankees

Tampa, Florida

Gulf Coast League

Ballpark - Yankee Complex

Manager - Glenn Sherlock

Pitching Coach - Hoyt Wilhelm

Trainer - Chris DeLucia

-1993 New York Yankees Information Guide 

NEW YORK YANKEES SCOUTING

Major League Scouts:

Advance Scout: Rick Cerrone

AL East and NL East: Ron Hansen

AL West and NL West: Dick Tidrow

Special Assignments: Clyde King

Special Assignments: Bob Lemon

Cross-Checker:

National Cross-Checker: Jack Gillis

Foreign Scouting:

Europe: Joel Grampietro 

International: Dick Groch

Latin America: Rudy Santin

Puerto Rico: Luis Arroyo

Curacao: Philip Elhage

Panama: Karl Heron 

Puerto Rico: Pedro Ithier

Aruba: Leo Lacie

Dominican Republic: Vic Mata

Venezuela: Raul Ortega 

Venezuela: Arquimedes Rojas 

Manitoba: Mike LaBossiere 

Ontario: Mark Pickard 

Nova Scotia: Bruce Ross 

New Brunswick: Bill Saunders 

British Columbia: Dennis Springenatic

Alberta: Dale Tilleman 

Area Supervisors:

Fernando Arango (Oklahoma City, OK)

Mark Batchko (Arlington, TX)

Stephen Chandler (Lexington, KY)

Joe DiCarlo (Ringwood, NJ)

Lee Elder (Evans, GA)

Bill Geivett (Long Beach, CA)

Tim Kelly (New Lenox, IL)

Don Lindeberg (Anaheim, CA)

Carl Moesche (Gresham, OR)

Greg Orr (Sacramento, CA)

Joe Robison (Dayton, TX)

Bill Schmidt (Garden Grove, CA)

Jeff Taylor (Newark, DE)

Paul Turco (Sarasota, FL)

Leon Wurth (Franklin, TN)

-1993 New York Yankees Information Guide

1993 Spring Training Yankee Scout Signings

LUIS ARROYO: Yamil Salcedo (1990)

MARK BATCHKO: Bubba Carpenter (1991), Billy Coleman (1991), Glenn Delafield (1992), Bob Deller (1990), Tim Demerson (1990), Scott Epps (1992), Bert Inman (1991), Bruce Pool (1992), Rich Turrentine (1989), William Underwood (1992), Jim Wiley (1989)

JOE DICARLO: Jeff Antolick (1992), Pat Kelly (1988), Jeff Motuzas (1991), Sean Smith (1990)

WALT DIXON: Richard Batchelor (1990), Brian Faw (1990)

LEE ELDER: Carlton Fleming (1992), Ray Suplee (1992)

BILL GEIVETT: Robert Hinds (1992), Cody Samuel (1992), Gordon Sanchez (1992)

JACK GILLIS: Mike Figga (1989), Sterling Hitchcock (1989), Adin Lohrey (1989), Richard Polak (1989), Pop Popplewell (1987), Scott Romano (1989)

JOEL GRAMPIETRO: Nick Delvechio (1992), Jim Thomford (1992)

DICK GROCH: Howie Ferguson (1991), Tim Flannelly (1991), Doug Gogolewski (1987), Elston Hansen (1989), Lew Hill (1987), Mark Hutton (1988), Derek Jeter (1992), Dan Johnston (1989), Scott Kamieniecki (1986), Ed Martel (1987), Eddy Mohamed (1990), Bruce Prybylinski (1988), Jason  Robertson (1989), Brian Turner (1989), Jason Wuerch (1991)

KARL HERON: Luis Cordoba (1991), Rafael Medina (1992), Ramiro Mendoza (1991), Vitin Regalado (1990)

TIM KELLY: Jeff Calcaterra (1992), Randy McDermott (1992), Steven Munda (1991), Derek Shelton (1992)

DON LINDEBERG: Royal Clayton (1987), Vince Phillips (1987)

BILL LIVESEY: Jim Leyritz (1985), Kevin Maas (1986)

VIC MATA: Felix DeLeon (1991), Teodoro Gonzalez (1991), Richard Olivier (1991), Jose Perez (1992)

GREG ORR: Roger Burnett (1991), Tim Cooper (1989), Andy Fox (1989), Rick Lantrip (1990), Matt Luke (1992), Todd Malone (1988), John Quintell (1991), Curtis Ralph (1988), Alexander Rojas (1991)

RAUL ORTEGA: Steve Anderson (1991), Richard Fernandez (1991), Herbert Hernandez (1991), Jose Lobaton (1991), Alexander Marquez (1991), Silverio Navas (1991), Kevin Noriega (1991), Douglas Osorio (1991), Nelson Parra (1991), Nelson Portales (1992), Luis Ramirez (1990), Cherry Salazar (1991), Denny Torres (1992), Jaime Torres (1991), Carlos Viloria (1991)

JOE ROBISON: Richard Hines (1990), Jay Knoblauh (1988), R.D. Long (1992), Pat Morphy (1990), Lyle Mouton (1991), Andy Pettitte (1991), Shad Smith (1990), Grant Sullivan (1991), Gerald Williams (1987)

RUDY SANTIN: Charlie Brown (1992), Jeffrey Cindrich (1991), Greg Erickson (1991), Marty Janzen (1991), Ryan Karp (1992), Kip Kiper (1992), Eric Knowles (1991), Bobby Munoz (1988), Rey Noriega (1989), John Viera (1989), Larry Walker (1989)

BILL SCHMIDT: Richard Barnwell (1989), Andy Croghan (1991), Mike Hankins (1990), Jay Leach (1990), Trey Nelson (1992), Dave Renteria (1991), Tate Seefried (1990), John Sutherland (1991), Thomas Wilson (1991)

JEFF TAYLOR: Mike Buddie (1992), Robert Eenhorn (1990), Ron Frazier (1990), Keith Garagozzo (1991), Scott Gully (1991), Darren Hodges (1990), Jeff Johnson (1988),  Brian Lewis (1991), Billy Masse (1988), Tim Rumer (1990), Stuart Seiler (1990), Brien Taylor (1991)

DICK TIDROW: Jim Haller (1989), Paul Oster (1989)

PAUL TURCO: Tibor Brown (1992), Matt Dunbar (1990), Marcus Gipner (1991), Mike Gordon (1992), Kenny Greer (1988), Mark Hubbard (1991), Steve Livesey (1991), Brian McLamb (1992), Sam Militello (1990), Chad Plonk (1992), Ernie Yaroshuk (1992)

LEON WURTH: Andrew Albrecht (1991), Tom Carter (1991), Mike DeJean (1991), Shane Ferguson (1991), Kraig Hawkins (1992), Chris Heaps (1991), Steve Phillips (1991), Jorge Posada (1991), Benjamin Short (1991), Kent Wallace (1992)

1993 NEW YORK YANKEES YEARBOOK "ON THE WAY UP" YANKEES

Andy Cook (RHP)

Russ Davis (3B)

Bobby DeJardin (2B)

Robert Eenhorn (SS)

Kiki Hernandez (C)

Sterling Hitchcock (LHP)

Mark Hutton (RHP)

Domingo Jean (RHP)

Derek Jeter (SS)

Billy Masse (OF)

Bobby Munoz (RHP

Mariano Rivera (RHP)

Dave Silvestri (SS)

Don Sparks (3B)

COLUMBUS CLIPPERS

"The Columbus Clippers completed a record-breaking season with their second Governor's Cup Championship, a feat last accomplished by the 1982-83 Tidewater Tides. The Clippers cruised into the playoffs with a 95-89 record, marking the largest win total by an International League team since Toronto in 1960 (100-54) and the most in the 100-year history of baseball in Columbus since the 1941 Red Birds (95-58). Their regular season winning percentage of .660 was the highest in the I.L. since 1948 when the Newark Bears went 104-48 (.684). Their franchise success may only have been matched by the 1933 Red Birds, who posted a 101-51 regular season slate to record the only higher winning percentage in Columbus history (.664). Including playoff action, the '92 edition may have equaled the '33 squad for the best record in Columbus's professional heritage. The Clippers' road record of 49-23 also established a franchise standard.

The record-setting campaign did not go unnoticed, as 613,416 people visited Cooper Stadium during the 1992 regular season and postseason, setting both a franchise and International League record."

-1993 New York Yankees Information Guide

DEPTH IN THE MINORS IS NOW COMMON KNOWLEDGE

"The off-season was full of high praise for the Yankees' minor league system and the quality of the players the organization could be sending to the majors very soon. While the Yankee brass is quick to point out the number of highly talented everyday players developing down on the farm, the focus of attention has been on the wealth of young pitching arms.

During one of his regular baseball reports on ESPN's SportsCenter, Peter Gammons went so far as to say the New York Yankees could become the team of the 1990s if their young pitchers continue on their current rate of progression. High marks indeed from a widely respected baseball journalist; one who has spent much of his career in Boston, home of the Red Sox, the big anti-Yankee town.

'That was a nice compliment for our entire player development and scouting system,' said Mitch Lukevics, the Yankees Director of Minor League Operations. 'We strive towards being the best, and when sources outside the (Yankee) organization say we're one of the best, it's nice. But make no mistake, we're not resting on our laurels. Our job isn't finished until these prospects become players at the major league level and contribute to a Yankee championship.'

The highlight of the 1992 minor league season, and the basis for high hopes in the coming seasons, was the number of players moving through the system.

'Our main objective is to cultivate talent and get players ready for the big leagues. 'With that goal in mind our biggest highlight was that for the third year in a row, we were seeing a number of players going to New York.'

Following in the tradition of home-grown players such as Kevin Maas and Pat Kelly, a host of players groomed by the Yankees made their way to the Bronx in '92.

Outfielders Bernie Williams, Gerald Williams and Hensley Meulens; shortstop David Silvestri and right-handed pitcher Sam Militello, all International League All-Stars at Triple-A Columbus, were called up to the Yankees. Militello, the IL's 1992 Pitcher of the Year, was joined in New York by right-hander Bob Wickman (acquired in the Steve Sax deal) after both put up strong numbers with the Clippers.

Ironically, despite sending a wealth of talent to 'The Show,' Columbus claimed the organization's only championship in '92. Manager Rick Down led the team to a 95-49 regular-season record en route to their second consecutive IL championship, in their third straight appearance in the finals. For his efforts, Down joins manager Buck Showalter's staff as the Yankees' hitting coach in 1993. Taking over the reigns in Columbus is former Yankee manager Carl 'Stump' Merrill, who has won three league championships and seven division titles in the Yankee farm system.

'One of the toughest things to do in sports is repeating,' stated Lukevics. 'Columbus successfully defended their title, while developing several players for the majors.'

Merrill's return could be supported by a trio of youngsters who had tremendous seasons with the Double-A Albany-Colonie Yankees, provided, of course, they don't catch on with New York. Left-handed pitcher Sterling Hitchcock was so impressive with Albany (2.58 ERA) that he made the jump from Double-A to the majors in '92. Third baseman Russ Davis (.285, 22 HR, 71 RBI) was named the Eastern League's MVP, and right-hander Mark Hutton was an outstanding 13-7.

Those three individual performances highlighted an Albany season that was otherwise marred by the tragic death of pitcher Jeff Hoffman, who died of natural causes during the last week of the season. The A-C Yankees fought off the adversity and posted a 71-58 record under manager Dan Radison, who left the organization to become the San Diego Padres first base coach in 1993.

This year's Albany team is managed by Mike Hart, who last year managed the Class-A Prince William Cannons. A number of familiar faces are expected to join Hart in his trek to Albany. Rich Polak, last year's Carolina League Relief Pitcher of the Year, right-handed starter Bruce Prybilynski and left-handed pitcher Tim Rumer all had outstanding years with the Cannons. Strong-hitting second baseman Kevin Jordan and third baseman Andy Fox were also impressive at Prince William, and will be looking towards Double-A Albany in 1993.

'A lot of injuries led to a disappointing finish (69-71) at Prince William,' said Lukevics. 'But that's why success in the minor leagues isn't measured by wins and losses. There were a number of fine individual performances from players whom we expect to make the jump from Single-A to Prince William to Albany.

Trey Hillman, who managed the organization's Class-A Greensboro team to a 74-67 record last year, is the Cannons' new skipper. Hillman is expected to be joined by left-handed pitchers Keith Garagozzo and Andy Pettite, as well as catcher Jorge Posada, outfielder Lew Hill and first baseman Tate Seefrieid (20 HR, 90 RBI).

'There were a lot of first-year, full-year professionals who had outstanding seasons at Greensboro, and a lot of them should move to the next level in '93,' praised Lukevics.

Hillman will also have the chance to select from several players from last spring's pitching-rich Class-A Ft. Lauderdale club, including the much-publicized left-handed pitcher Brien Taylor.

'Brien made the difficult transition of going from high school to pro ball, and he did it under a lot of media attention,' says Lukevics. 'He responded by having an outstanding year and being named an All-Star.'

Right-handed pitchers Mariano Rivera and Domingo Jean (acquired in the Steve Sax deal) joined Taylor to form one of the Florida State League's best rotations. Look for all three to end up in Albany before the year is out.

Brian Butterfield, who managed Ft. Lauderdale to a 59-76 record in 1992, will serve as a coach in Albany in 1993. The Yankees won't be operating in Ft. Lauderdale this season. Because of the 35-mile rule, the Yankees lost the territory rights to the expansion Florida Marlins.

Bill Evers, who spent five years in the Yankee farm system before spending the last seven years in the San Francisco Giants organization, takes over the managerial duties at Greensboro this season. His Hornets team will be led by a number of players to move to the South Atlantic League from Oneonta, including right-handed pitchers Mike Budde and Mike DeJean, along with second baseman Robert Hinds. First baseman Nick Delvecchio showed tremendous power, hitting 12 homers in just 68 games last year.

Evers will also be looking at a number of youngsters who opened eyes last year with the Tampa Yankees in the rookie Gulf Coast League. These include right-handed pitchers Mike Gordon, Marty Janzen and Jeff Cindrich, as well as all-star catcher Jamie Torres and shortstop Derek Jeter, the Yankees' top pick in last year's amateur draft.

Oneonta's and Tampa's rosters will be filled following this year's June amateur draft. In Oneonta, Mark Newman takes over as manager for Jack Gillis, who, after leading last year's Oneonta Yankees to a 37-38 record, is moving into the scouting department this year. Glenn Sherlock, the Yankees' bullpen catcher last season, is the new manager of the Tampa Yankees. He replaces Gary Denbo, who has moved to Greensboro as a coach this year after leading Tampa to a 31-28 record.

'Our goal at every level is to cultivate talent, and get it ready to move up to the next level,' says Lukevics. 'We saw a lot of that happen in 1992 and, based on those performances a year ago, anticipate even more movement in 1993. But, like I said, our job isn't done until these youngsters become major league players.' "

-Charles J. Alfaro, 1993 New York Yankees Scorebook & Souvenir Program