"A year ago, Joe Verbanic was the youthful bullpen ace of the San Diego Padres of the Pacific Coast League, preparing for his major league debut with Philadelphia. But during the winter the Yankees traded veteran Pete Ramos to the Phils for young Verbanic.
The personable 24-year-old right-hander just fell into relief pitching. Joe has hurled in 182 games, and all but 10 were in relief. He likes the excitement of coming in from the bullpen. ' ... the challenge is there all the time ... the game is at its peak,' Joe adds.
Joe Verbanic should prove a fine addition to the Yankee bullpen. He has two types of curveballs, an effective fastball when he keeps it low, and top minor league experience. And he has fine competitive desire."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
"A year ago now, Joe Verbanic was the youthful bullpen ace of the San Diego Padres of the Pacific Coast League, preparing for his major league debut with Philadelphia. But during the winter, the Yankees traded veteran Pedro Ramos to the Phils for young Verbanic.
The personable 24-year-old right-hander just fell into relief pitching. Joe has hurled in 182 games, and all but 10 were in relief. Verbanic likes the excitement of coming in from the bullpen. 'The challenge is there almost every time ... the game is at its peak,' Joe adds.
Optioned to the Syracuse AAA farm club early in the season, Joe got a chance to try starting again and was recalled after Whitey Ford retired. He was impressive in both starting and relief roles.
Joe has two types of curveballs and an effective fastball, especially when he keeps it low. Fine competitive desire along with good tools should help Joe Verbanic develop into a top Yankee hurler."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Acquired by the Yankees from the Philadelphia Phillies in exchange for pitcher Pedro Ramos (December 1966).
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
DICK HOWSER
"The Yankees were fortunate to come up with Dick Howser this past winter, for the need for an experienced infielder became clear with the retirement of both Tony Kubek and Bobby Richardson.
Dick has been plagued by injuries during his brief career. He came up to the Kansas City Athletics in 1961 and quickly won acclaim as American League Rookie of the Year, according to the Sporting News. He hit .280 that freshman season, stole 37 bases and led the league's shortstops with 299 putouts. He also was named to the All-Star team.
A broken bone, suffered on a tag play, ruined his sophomore year. But in 1964, with Cleveland, Dick set a league record by playing in 162 games at shortstop.
It is reassuring to have a man of Howser's experience and talent available this year. He led the club in hitting the first third of this season and filled in well at second, short and third. In addition, Manager Ralph Houk used Dick as his first right-handed pinch hitter."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Originally signed by Kansas City Athletics for 1958 season.
Led Three-I League in stolen bases (31), 1959.
Named American Rookie of the Year by The Sporting News, 1961.
Broke bone in left hand on tag of Luis Aparicio of White Sox, June 24, 1962; returned to lineup, September 15.
Traded to Cleveland Indians along with catcher Jose Azcue in exchange for catcher Howard 'Doc' Edwards and reported $100,000, May 25, 1963.
Set American League record for most games played by a shortstop, season (162), 1964.
Acquired by the Yankees from Cleveland in exchange for pitcher Gil Downs and cash, December 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Media Guide
STEVE WHITAKER
"One of the more exciting young players to move up to Yankee Stadium from the club's farm system in recent years is sweet-swinging Steve Whitaker. The Tacoma, Washington slugger has all the tools. He hits with authority, fields well and has a fine arm.
In 1966 at Columbus, Georgia (AA), Toledo (AAA) and in a brief stint with the Yanks, the lefty-swinging Whitaker hit 32 home runs. In 1964, he hit 27 with Greensboro. Steve ran into trouble in '65, was hitting well below his par and he got angry at himself. As he fought himself, he became less effective and the Yankees sent him down to Fort Lauderdale to be under the tutelage of former Yankee Jack Reed.
Whitaker responded and in one year made three jumps to Yankee Stadium.
He hopes ... and expects to stay here. The promising youngster hit three homers (one a grand slam), a triple, two doubles and three singles in his first 22 times at bat last August when he was called up. Yankee fans are hoping his smashing debut was merely an indication of things to come."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankees, September 9, 1961.
Recalled by Yankees from Toledo, August 22, 1966.
Had total of 32 homers in 1966- 20 with Columbus [GA], five with Toldeo, seven with Yankees- in total of 152 games.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Media Guide
JOHN KENNEDY
"In a move to add defensive strength to the Yankees, General Manager Lee MacPhail acquired the services of brilliant-fielding John Kennedy from the Los Angeles Dodgers just before the start of the current season.
Now in his fifth major league season, the flashy fielding Kennedy was only 25 years of age at the start of the season. Kennedy played on two consecutive Dodger championship clubs. He hit a home run his first time at bat in the majors, with Washington, ending a no-hit bid by Dick Stigman of Cleveland.
Last fall he toured Japan with the Dodgers and hit .300, including several homers. Hitting has been his problem in the past, but he has more than made up for this shortcoming by his brilliant fielding at short and third."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
ROY WHITE
"Roy White was recalled from Spokane on July 18 where he was leading the Pacific Coast League in hitting with .344. Since coming up to the Yankees, he has been filling at third base and in the outfield.
The switch-hitting 23-year-old Californian had had a distinguished career in the Yankee organization. Leading the AA Southern League in runs, hits and triples, he was second in batting with .300 and named the League's MVP for 1965. The following spring, Roy received the James P. Dawson Award as the outstanding Yankee rookie in spring training and he led the Yankees in stolen bases with 14 last season.
Now, given another opportunity to make the big club, Roy is determined to carry on where he left off at Spokane."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee Organization, July 1, 1961.
Led Southern League in runs (103), hits (168) and triples (14), and was second in hitting (.300), 1965.
Named MVP in the Southern League, 1965.
Winner of the James P. Dawson Award as the outstanding Yankee rookie in spring training, 1966.
Led the Yankees in stolen bases (14), 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
MIKE HEGAN
"Fancy-fielding first baseman Mike Hegan was serving on active duty in the Army Reserves when the 1967 baseball season got underway. In service since mid-winter, Mike was expected to be released late this spring.
Son of the Yankees' catching and bullpen coach, Jim, the 24-year-old Mike hit .306 and .325 in his first two minor league seasons. Since then his hitting has tailed off somewhat. A brilliant glove man, Mike could team with Mickey Mantle at first base, replacing the all-time Yankee in late innings of games in which the Bombers are leading.
When Tony Kubek was ailing prior to the 1964 World Series, Mike was accepted as a replacement on the Yankee roster. He'd like nothing better than to get into another fall classic, this time on his own merits."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
"Smooth-fielding first baseman Mike Hegan reported to the Yankees in mid-May after completing a military obligation. Mike, the husky, good-looking son of Yankees' catching and bullpen coach Jim Hegan, hit well in his early minor league seasons (.306 at Ft. Lauderdale and .323 at Idaho Falls).
One of the most brilliant fielding first basemen to come up to the Yankees in years, Mike is serving as an occasional replacement for Mickey Mantle at first base and as a late-inning defensive man.
When Tony Kubek was ailing prior to the 1964 World Series, Mike was brought up as a last-minute replacement on the Yankee roster. He would like nothing better than to get into another World Series ... this time on his own merits."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, August 11, 1961.
Third leading hitter in Florida State League (.306) his first year of pro ball, 1962.
Seventh leading hitter (.323) in Pioneer League, 1963.
Led Pioneer League first basemen in fielding (.988), 1963.
Replaced Tony Kubek on World Series roster, 1964.
Inducted to Army Reserves for active duty, January 7, 1967.
Son of Jim Hegan, former major league catcher and presently bullpen coach for the Yankees.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
"Fancy-fielding first baseman Mike Hegan was serving on active duty in the Army Reserves when the 1967 baseball season got underway. In service since mid-winter, Mike was expected to be released late this spring.
Son of the Yankees' catching and bullpen coach, Jim, the 24-year-old Mike hit .306 and .325 in his first two minor league seasons. Since then his hitting has tailed off somewhat. A brilliant glove man, Mike could team with Mickey Mantle at first base, replacing the all-time Yankee in late innings of games in which the Bombers are leading.
When Tony Kubek was ailing prior to the 1964 World Series, Mike was accepted as a replacement on the Yankee roster. He'd like nothing better than to get into another fall classic, this time on his own merits."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
"Smooth-fielding first baseman Mike Hegan reported to the Yankees in mid-May after completing a military obligation. Mike, the husky, good-looking son of Yankees' catching and bullpen coach Jim Hegan, hit well in his early minor league seasons (.306 at Ft. Lauderdale and .323 at Idaho Falls).
One of the most brilliant fielding first basemen to come up to the Yankees in years, Mike is serving as an occasional replacement for Mickey Mantle at first base and as a late-inning defensive man.
When Tony Kubek was ailing prior to the 1964 World Series, Mike was brought up as a last-minute replacement on the Yankee roster. He would like nothing better than to get into another World Series ... this time on his own merits."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, August 11, 1961.
Third leading hitter in Florida State League (.306) his first year of pro ball, 1962.
Seventh leading hitter (.323) in Pioneer League, 1963.
Led Pioneer League first basemen in fielding (.988), 1963.
Replaced Tony Kubek on World Series roster, 1964.
Inducted to Army Reserves for active duty, January 7, 1967.
Son of Jim Hegan, former major league catcher and presently bullpen coach for the Yankees.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
STEVE BARBER
"There is no question that Steve Barber is the ace of the Orioles' pitching corps when his arm is sound. By the first week of July last season, he bolted out in front with a 10-5 mark and an ERA of 2.30. Then, he was hit by arm trouble and scarcely pitched the rest of the way.
He seems to pitch his best in odd years. In 1961, his second season with Baltimore, he was an 18-game winner; in 1963 he won 20, and in 1965 it was 15. If he holds true to form, the 28-year-old southpaw should be well again this year."
-Jack Zanger, Major League Baseball 1967
BILL MONBOUQUETTE
"Though he will not be 31 until late this season, Bill Monbouquette is in his tenth major league season. Picked up in May after being released by Detroit, the popular Massachusetts right-hander has developed into a valuable long relief man for Manager Ralph Houk.
Monbo, as he is known, was a 20-game winner with the Boston Red Sox in 1963. For six consecutive years with the Red Sox, Bill hurled more than 200 innings. He was an American League All-Star in 1960, losing the midsummer classic that year. Monbo passed the 1,000 strikeout mark last season and entered the '67 season with 1,030 strikeouts and only 430 walks issued.
With Whitey Ford retired, Monbouquette was the oldest active pitcher on the Yankee roster at mid-season, with not a single hurler over 30. His acquisition gives the Yankee staff added depth and experience."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
BOB TILLMAN
"Relegated to the role of second-string catcher last year, Bob Tillman made his appearance in the lineup count as he contributed timely hits to the attack. Bob got into 78 games and batted .230, including three homers and 25 RBI's.
His defensive work is not rated on a par with Mike Ryan's, but nobody ever doubted Bob's ability to hit the long ball. Playing regularly in 1964, he hit a healthy .278 and clubbed 17 home runs. Now closing in on 30, Bob is in his sixth year with the Red Sox."
-Jack Zanger, Major League Baseball 1967
RICH BECK (Military Service in 1967)
Signed by Yankees organization, June 9, 1962.
Hurled 7-inning no-hitter while with Idaho Falls, 1962.
Drafted by Philadelphia Phillies, November 26, 1962.
Purchased by Yankees, April 12, 1965.
Inducted into Army, February 3, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JIM FINK (Military Service in 1967)
Signed by Yankees organization, June 17, 1965.
Inducted into Army, October 28, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BOBBY MURCER (Military Service in 1967)
"Bobby hit .365 at Johnson City in 1964 and .322 at Greensboro in 1965; a candidate for Yankee shortstop until called into military service in March."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankees organization, June 2, 1964.
Third in the Carolina League in hitting (.322), 1965.
Attends University of Oklahoma in off-season.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
"There is no question that Steve Barber is the ace of the Orioles' pitching corps when his arm is sound. By the first week of July last season, he bolted out in front with a 10-5 mark and an ERA of 2.30. Then, he was hit by arm trouble and scarcely pitched the rest of the way.
He seems to pitch his best in odd years. In 1961, his second season with Baltimore, he was an 18-game winner; in 1963 he won 20, and in 1965 it was 15. If he holds true to form, the 28-year-old southpaw should be well again this year."
-Jack Zanger, Major League Baseball 1967
BILL MONBOUQUETTE
"Though he will not be 31 until late this season, Bill Monbouquette is in his tenth major league season. Picked up in May after being released by Detroit, the popular Massachusetts right-hander has developed into a valuable long relief man for Manager Ralph Houk.
Monbo, as he is known, was a 20-game winner with the Boston Red Sox in 1963. For six consecutive years with the Red Sox, Bill hurled more than 200 innings. He was an American League All-Star in 1960, losing the midsummer classic that year. Monbo passed the 1,000 strikeout mark last season and entered the '67 season with 1,030 strikeouts and only 430 walks issued.
With Whitey Ford retired, Monbouquette was the oldest active pitcher on the Yankee roster at mid-season, with not a single hurler over 30. His acquisition gives the Yankee staff added depth and experience."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
BOB TILLMAN
"Relegated to the role of second-string catcher last year, Bob Tillman made his appearance in the lineup count as he contributed timely hits to the attack. Bob got into 78 games and batted .230, including three homers and 25 RBI's.
His defensive work is not rated on a par with Mike Ryan's, but nobody ever doubted Bob's ability to hit the long ball. Playing regularly in 1964, he hit a healthy .278 and clubbed 17 home runs. Now closing in on 30, Bob is in his sixth year with the Red Sox."
-Jack Zanger, Major League Baseball 1967
RICH BECK (Military Service in 1967)
Signed by Yankees organization, June 9, 1962.
Hurled 7-inning no-hitter while with Idaho Falls, 1962.
Drafted by Philadelphia Phillies, November 26, 1962.
Purchased by Yankees, April 12, 1965.
Inducted into Army, February 3, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JIM FINK (Military Service in 1967)
Signed by Yankees organization, June 17, 1965.
Inducted into Army, October 28, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BOBBY MURCER (Military Service in 1967)
"Bobby hit .365 at Johnson City in 1964 and .322 at Greensboro in 1965; a candidate for Yankee shortstop until called into military service in March."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankees organization, June 2, 1964.
Third in the Carolina League in hitting (.322), 1965.
Attends University of Oklahoma in off-season.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JIM BOUTON
"Bulldog Jim Bouton make have shaken off the arm miseries that plagued him for two years. There were times last season when he appeared to be firing like the Bouton who won 21 games a sophomore hurler in 1963, and 18 the following year. Jim says he isn't as fast as he was then, but that he has a much better breaking ball now and he knows what he is doing.
He turned in a 3-8 mark and an ERA of 2.78 in 24 games last season, and he believes he can make a strong comeback in '67. He'll certainly give it everything he has; that's one reason they call him Bulldog."
-Jack Zanger, Major League Baseball 1967
"A 2.70 career earned run average, compiled mostly in the last two months of the 1966 season, indicated the Bulldog was coming back.
And a full comeback by Bulldog Jim Bouton would be happy news indeed for the Yankees. After two brilliant two years in which Jim won 39 games and lost 20 with 273 strikeouts, difficult days set in. Due primarily due to a tender arm that would not respond, Jim compiled two losing seasons in which he won seven and lost 23.
Then things started turning around again for the New Jersey right-hander. From mid-season on in '66, Bouton compiled a 1.66 ERA which included one stint of 7.1 innings of perfect ball against the Minnesota Twins last September 16.
This spring Jim felt strong again ... and optimistic. Jim would like to have another 1963 when he led the Yanks with a neat 2.53 ERA in 249 innings pitched and hurled the pennant-clinching game at Minnesota on September 13."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
MY GREATEST THRILL
"I pitched a seven-hit shutout against Washington on May 6, 1962 - my first major league start. My whole family was in the stands and my brother, Bob, was so nervous that he had two cigarettes lit at one time."
-Jim Bouton, The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization on November 11, 1958.
Pitched a 7-hit shutout in his first major league start, winning 8-0 over Washington (May 6, 1962).
Winning pitcher of the longest game in the American League (7 hours, 22 innings), final score 9-7, at Detroit (June 24, 1962).
21-game winner for the Yankees in 1963, his second season in the major leagues ... combined with Whitey Ford to give the Yankees two 20-game winners in one year for the first time since 1951 when Eddie Lopat was 21-9 and Vic Raschi 21-10.
Had the lowest ERA on the Yankee staff (2.53), 1963.
Second in the American League in shutouts with six, 1963 (Ray Herbert led with seven).
Won pennant-clinching game for Yankees in 1963, September 13 at Minnesota.
Led American League in games started (37), 1964.
Led Yankees in wins (18) and innings pitched (271), 1964.
Hurled perfect ball for 7.1 innings, September 16, 1966.
Had ERA of 1.66 for last half of 1966 season (12 earned runs in 65 innings), not allowing an earned run in his last 19 innings pitched.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
"Bulldog Jim Bouton make have shaken off the arm miseries that plagued him for two years. There were times last season when he appeared to be firing like the Bouton who won 21 games a sophomore hurler in 1963, and 18 the following year. Jim says he isn't as fast as he was then, but that he has a much better breaking ball now and he knows what he is doing.
He turned in a 3-8 mark and an ERA of 2.78 in 24 games last season, and he believes he can make a strong comeback in '67. He'll certainly give it everything he has; that's one reason they call him Bulldog."
-Jack Zanger, Major League Baseball 1967
"A 2.70 career earned run average, compiled mostly in the last two months of the 1966 season, indicated the Bulldog was coming back.
And a full comeback by Bulldog Jim Bouton would be happy news indeed for the Yankees. After two brilliant two years in which Jim won 39 games and lost 20 with 273 strikeouts, difficult days set in. Due primarily due to a tender arm that would not respond, Jim compiled two losing seasons in which he won seven and lost 23.
Then things started turning around again for the New Jersey right-hander. From mid-season on in '66, Bouton compiled a 1.66 ERA which included one stint of 7.1 innings of perfect ball against the Minnesota Twins last September 16.
This spring Jim felt strong again ... and optimistic. Jim would like to have another 1963 when he led the Yanks with a neat 2.53 ERA in 249 innings pitched and hurled the pennant-clinching game at Minnesota on September 13."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
MY GREATEST THRILL
"I pitched a seven-hit shutout against Washington on May 6, 1962 - my first major league start. My whole family was in the stands and my brother, Bob, was so nervous that he had two cigarettes lit at one time."
-Jim Bouton, The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization on November 11, 1958.
Pitched a 7-hit shutout in his first major league start, winning 8-0 over Washington (May 6, 1962).
Winning pitcher of the longest game in the American League (7 hours, 22 innings), final score 9-7, at Detroit (June 24, 1962).
21-game winner for the Yankees in 1963, his second season in the major leagues ... combined with Whitey Ford to give the Yankees two 20-game winners in one year for the first time since 1951 when Eddie Lopat was 21-9 and Vic Raschi 21-10.
Had the lowest ERA on the Yankee staff (2.53), 1963.
Second in the American League in shutouts with six, 1963 (Ray Herbert led with seven).
Won pennant-clinching game for Yankees in 1963, September 13 at Minnesota.
Led American League in games started (37), 1964.
Led Yankees in wins (18) and innings pitched (271), 1964.
Hurled perfect ball for 7.1 innings, September 16, 1966.
Had ERA of 1.66 for last half of 1966 season (12 earned runs in 65 innings), not allowing an earned run in his last 19 innings pitched.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL BRYAN
"Yankee fans did not get much of an opportunity to know Billy Bryan very well last season. The strapping 6'4", 223-pound catcher was acquired by the Yankees from Kansas City on June 10, 1966 (along with pitcher Fred Talbot) in a trade for Roger Repoz, Gil Blanco and Bill Stafford.
Bryan has demonstrated real power though he has a tendency to strike out frequently. In the Mayor's Trophy Game exhibition last summer, Bill hit one out of sight, to dead center field in Shea Stadium. In limited major league appearances up to 1967, he had 37 homers, 27 of them with the Athletics in 1964 and '65. Bill came up to the A's from Albuquerque in 1962 after hitting .293 with 25 homers and 85 RBIs in only 91 games for that club.
He gives manager Ralph Houk added bench strength, in the tradition of previous Yankee teams. A winter resident of Albany, Georgia, big Bill Bryan is a left-handed slugger who should prove useful at Yankee Stadium, especially, and around the league."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Acquired by the Yankees from Kansas City, along with pitcher Fred Talbot, in exchange for outfielder Roger Repoz and pitchers Bill Stafford and Gil Blanco on June 10, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
LOU CLINTON
"Lou Clinton has done some traveling since first signing with the Boston Red Sox organization in 1955. He has always displayed a strong throwing arm in the outfield and power at the plate. But except for 1962, when he hit .294 for Boston, Lou has not been able to boast a strong batting average.
He was the American League's hottest hitter over the last half of the 1962 campaign, hitting .326 in Boston's last 85 games. He hit 40 home runs for the Red Sox in 1962 and '63.
He came to the Yankees last year as a right-handed utility outfielder. He won that job from Hector Lopez and led the Bombers in pinch-hitting with a .429 average.
Despite 12 seasons in Organized Baseball, Lou is only 29 years old and should be of help to the Yankee cause for some time. He hopes to help the Yankees in their strong comeback effort this season."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
MY GREATEST THRILL
"Playing for the Red Sox on July 4, 1962, I got seven straight hits in a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins, after going three-for-four the previous day. I'd have to say that was the biggest day of my baseball life."
-Lou Clinton, The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Originally signed by Boston Red Sox, 1955.
Had seven straight hits for Red Sox in doubleheader against Twins, July 4, 1962.
Was hottest hitter in American League during second half of 1962 season while with Red Sox, hitting .326 in his last 85 games.
Traded to Los Angeles for outfielder Lee Thomas, June 4, 1964.
Sold to Kansas City Athletics on waivers, September 8, 1965 but deal was nullified next day because of error in waiver process.
Awarded to Cleveland Indians on waivers, September 9, 1965.
Acquired by Yankees from Cleveland in exchange for Doc Edwards in January 1966.
Yankees' leading pinch hitter in 1966: 6-for-14 (.429).
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
"Yankee fans did not get much of an opportunity to know Billy Bryan very well last season. The strapping 6'4", 223-pound catcher was acquired by the Yankees from Kansas City on June 10, 1966 (along with pitcher Fred Talbot) in a trade for Roger Repoz, Gil Blanco and Bill Stafford.
Bryan has demonstrated real power though he has a tendency to strike out frequently. In the Mayor's Trophy Game exhibition last summer, Bill hit one out of sight, to dead center field in Shea Stadium. In limited major league appearances up to 1967, he had 37 homers, 27 of them with the Athletics in 1964 and '65. Bill came up to the A's from Albuquerque in 1962 after hitting .293 with 25 homers and 85 RBIs in only 91 games for that club.
He gives manager Ralph Houk added bench strength, in the tradition of previous Yankee teams. A winter resident of Albany, Georgia, big Bill Bryan is a left-handed slugger who should prove useful at Yankee Stadium, especially, and around the league."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Acquired by the Yankees from Kansas City, along with pitcher Fred Talbot, in exchange for outfielder Roger Repoz and pitchers Bill Stafford and Gil Blanco on June 10, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
LOU CLINTON
"Lou Clinton has done some traveling since first signing with the Boston Red Sox organization in 1955. He has always displayed a strong throwing arm in the outfield and power at the plate. But except for 1962, when he hit .294 for Boston, Lou has not been able to boast a strong batting average.
He was the American League's hottest hitter over the last half of the 1962 campaign, hitting .326 in Boston's last 85 games. He hit 40 home runs for the Red Sox in 1962 and '63.
He came to the Yankees last year as a right-handed utility outfielder. He won that job from Hector Lopez and led the Bombers in pinch-hitting with a .429 average.
Despite 12 seasons in Organized Baseball, Lou is only 29 years old and should be of help to the Yankee cause for some time. He hopes to help the Yankees in their strong comeback effort this season."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
MY GREATEST THRILL
"Playing for the Red Sox on July 4, 1962, I got seven straight hits in a doubleheader against the Minnesota Twins, after going three-for-four the previous day. I'd have to say that was the biggest day of my baseball life."
-Lou Clinton, The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Originally signed by Boston Red Sox, 1955.
Had seven straight hits for Red Sox in doubleheader against Twins, July 4, 1962.
Was hottest hitter in American League during second half of 1962 season while with Red Sox, hitting .326 in his last 85 games.
Traded to Los Angeles for outfielder Lee Thomas, June 4, 1964.
Sold to Kansas City Athletics on waivers, September 8, 1965 but deal was nullified next day because of error in waiver process.
Awarded to Cleveland Indians on waivers, September 9, 1965.
Acquired by Yankees from Cleveland in exchange for Doc Edwards in January 1966.
Yankees' leading pinch hitter in 1966: 6-for-14 (.429).
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
HAL RENIFF
"Though he's only 27 years old, Hal Reniff is entering his seventh season of service in the Yankee bullpen. Up to 1967, big Hal worked in 223 games as a Yankee ... all in relief. In those seasons, he compiled an 18-18 record and an effective 3.16 earned run mark.
Last season, though he was 3-7, Hal topped the staff in number of appearances, 56. He's had a tendency to be a bit wild, which is dangerous in bullpen work. When he overcomes this, the burly blond right-hander will become the superior relief man Ralph Houk always anticipated he would be.
In three World Series, Hal has appeared in four games and has yet to be scored on. He'd like to try again soon for the Yankees. During the last off-season, Hal did P.R. work for a bakery and was an effective Yankee representative at group meetings and in group ticket sales."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee Organization, June 23, 1956.
Led Yankees in games pitched (56), 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
RAY BARKER
"Although he came to spring training as a member of the Yankees' Syracuse farm club, Ray 'Buddy' Barker is serving the Yankees as 'backup insurance' for Mickey Mantle at first base. With slick-fielding Mike Hegan in service, Barker was determined to make the most of this added opportunity to stay with the Yanks.
In a spring game against the Mets, Ray hit for the cycle. He's always shown good power in his minor league career. In 1965, Buddy tied a major league record by hitting consecutive homers as a pinch hitter.
A good fielder, he set several records in the minors for his defensive work, in addition to his impressive slugging marks. The likeable West Virginian, now 31, will give it everything he has."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Baltimore Orioles organization as result of tryout camp, 1955.
Led Provincial League first basemen in putouts (1,116) and assists (82) with Thetford, 1955.
Led Sally League first basemen in putouts (1,226) and chances (1,288) and took part in three triple plays with Columbus, 1956
Led Sally League in hits (174), total bases (311), doubles (40), triples (14) and RBIs (97) and was second in batting (.309) with Knoxville, 1957.
Led Pacific Coast League in triples (14) and led first basemen in fielding (.992) with Vancouver, 1959.
Led Pacific Coast League in doubles (48) with Vancouver, 1960.
Traded to Cleveland Indians along with Harry Chiti and pitcher Art Kay for second baseman Johnny Temple in November 1961.
Acquired by Yankees from Cleveland in exchange for infielder Pedro Gonzales, May 10, 1965.
Tied major league record with two pinch-hit home runs in two consecutive appearances, 1965.
Batting average as pinch hitter for Yankees in 1965: .289 (11-for-38) with three home runs.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
ROSS MOSCHITTO
"Ross led the Appalachian League in runs (72) and homers (20) in 1964 with Johnson City. In military service during the 1966 season, he impressed in the Yankee spring training camp this spring."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, June 4, 1964.
Led Appalachian League in runs scored (72) and home runs (20), 1964.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JACK CULLEN
Signed by Yankee organization, September 5, 1958.
Purchased July 27, 1965 from Toledo, where he was International League's top percentage pitcher with 14-5 record.
Hurled 3-hit, 1-0 shutout at Baltimore, August 20, 1965.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CHI-CHI OLIVO
Acquired by Yankees from Atlanta Braves along with Bill Robinson in exchange for Clete Boyer, November 1966.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
STAN BANHSEN
"With only 37 minor league games as his professional experience, Stan Bahnsen was called up by the Yankees last fall for a quick 'look.' In his first appearance, against the Red Sox in Boston's hit-happy Fenway Park, the Council Bluffs, Iowa right-hander fanned the first four major league batters he faced.
Stan was a high selection in baseball's first free agent draft in June 1965. Johnny Johnson, Yankee vice-president for minor league operations, predicted after his unimpressive 2-2 rookie season that Stan would be a Yankee in just a couple of years. 'I think he's got it,' Johnson said.
With his parents watching him pitch a professional game for the first time last July 17 at Toledo, the 6'2", 22-year-old hurler fired a no-hitter. And the feat was accomplished on an 82-degree night with fierce humidity.
Stan fanned 151 men in only 170 innings pitched last year while compiling a 2.91 ERA, tying the Toledo club single-game strikeout mark of 12."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Selected by Yankees in free agent draft, June 1965.
Hurled no-hitter for Toledo vs. Richmond, score 1-0, July 17, 1966 (second game).
Struck out the side in his first inning of major league pitching, September 9, 1966, at Boston.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
THAD TILLOTSON
"Thad Tillotson came to spring training this year as a member of the Yankees' Syracuse farm club. Acquired as the player to be named later when the Yankees sent Dick Schofield to the Los Angeles Dodgers last September, the 26-year-old Tillotson was an unknown quantity when he arrived in Ft. Lauderdale. He had spent seven minor league seasons in the Dodger organization. But Yankee scouts recommended the right-hander.
He came to camp and Ralph Houk gave him his chance. In his first four relief appearances this spring, Thad pitched shutout ball, gave up seven hits in 10 innings and fanned eight. And so he made the trip north.
With the Yankees needing help in the bullpen, Thad Tillotson was making the most of a belated opportunity.
When the American League campaign got underway in April, Thad became a valued member of manager Ralph Houk's bullpen corps, winning one and saving another early-season game. He even helped himself with his bat, getting an important hit in his first major league at-bat. Thad also moved into some starting assignments and gave a fine account of himself.
Thad's major league career may have been a long time coming, but he's not missing the opportunity now."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Acquired by Yankees from Dodgers in exchange for Dick Schofield, September 12, 1966.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CHARLIE SANDS and FRANK TEPEDINO
"Two 19-year-old players, drafted from the Baltimore organization last November, figure prominently in future Yankee plans. Charlie Sands, 6-2, 210-pound catcher from Newport News, Virginia, impressed the Yankee staff during spring training with his all-around ability. Brooklyn's Frank Tepedino, 5-11, 185-pound first baseman, reported late for spring training after being discharged from military service. In two minor league seasons, he has hit .337 and .288 and has played the outfield."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
CHARLIE SANDS
Drafted by Yankees from Baltimore organization, November 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
FRANK TEPEDINO
Originally signed by Orioles for 1965 season.
Drafted by Yankees from Baltimore organization, November 1966.
Due to be discharged from active military service this spring.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
MATT GALANTE
"Named to the NCAA All-American team of 1966, Matt hit .397 for St. John's U. with only one error in 205 chances. He hit .342 at Binghamton last season in his first year of pro ball; small in size, but a real hustler."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Named to first string NCAA All-American baseball team of 1966 while with St. John's, hitting .397 and committing only one error in 205 chances.
Signed by Yankee organization, June 19, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JOHN SCHROEPPEL
"John led the Florida State League in 1965 with a 13-1 record and with a 0.88 ERA for Fort Lauderdale."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, September 7, 1964.
Top winning percentage in Florida State League, .929 (13-1), also leading in ERA (0.88), 1965.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
MIKE FERRARO
"Mike was Florida State League MVP in 1964 with Fort Lauderdale, hitting .317 to win the batting title."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, June 27, 1962.
Selected MVP and also won batting title in Florida State League while with Ft. Lauderdale, 1964.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BOB BILETNIKOFF
"A quarterback at Miami U. in 1965, Bob is still attending college in the off-season. His brother, Fred, is an offensive end for the Oakland Raiders in the AFL."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, February 28, 1966.
Quarterback at University of Miami, 1965, which he attends in off-season.
Brother of Fred, offensive end for Oakland Raiders of AFL.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JERRY KENNEY
"Jerry led Southern League shortstops in fielding in 1966, and was selected to the All-Star team; has a .300 batting average in the minors."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, May 25, 1964.
Led Southern League shortstops fielding, 1966.
Selected to 1966 Southern League All-Star Game.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL BURBACH
"The first choice of the Yankees in the free agent draft of June 1965, Bill had a 2.19 ERA at Greensboro in 1966."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Selected [first] by Yankees in free agent draft, June 1965.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
ELISEO RODRIGUEZ
"Drafted from the Kansas City organization in 1964, Ellie is strong on defense."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Drafted by Yankees from Dallas (Kansas City organization), November 1964.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
GARY GIROUARD
"Signed by the Yanks in June 1965, Gary had a 2.13 ERA at Greensboro last season."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, June 22, 1965.
Had fourth lowest ERA in Carolina League (2.13), 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
FRANK FERNANDEZ
"Frank led Columbus in homers (21) in 1965 (hitting three in one game against Lynchburg) and topped Toledo with 23 in 1966; currently in military service."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, September 13, 1961.
Hit three home runs in one game against Lynchburg [Southern League], 1965.
Led Columbus [GA] in home runs (21), 1965.
With Yankees until final cut-down date in 1966- May 15, when optioned to Toldeo.
Led Toledo in home runs (23), 1966.
Suffered hairline fracture of a bone in his right knee in collision at home plate, August 29, 1966, at Richmond.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL HENRY
Signed by Yankee organization, September 18, 1963.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
LOUIS HOWELL
Signed by Yankees, June 21, 1965.
Son of former major league catcher Dixie Howell.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JOHN MILLER
Signed by Yankee organization, June 20, 1962.
Hit home run in first major league at-bat, September 11, 1966 at Boston, the first Yankee player to accomplish this feat.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CHET TRAIL
Signed by Yankee organization, July 1, 1962.
Hit three grand slam home runs at Greensboro, 1965.
Attends Bowling Green State University in off-season.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL BETHEA
Purchased by Yankees on waivers from Minnesota, June 6, 1965.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CECIL PERKINS
Signed by Yankee organization, June 12, 1962.
On Binghamton roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
TONY PRZYBYCIEN
Signed by Yankee organization, August 22, 1961.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
DALE ROBERTS
Signed by Yankee organization, June 9, 1963.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
PETE SHEEHY (Clubhouse Man) and PETE PREVITE (Clubhouse Man)
"The Petes are real veterans of the Yankee scene ... Sheehy for 40 years, Previte for 25."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
BRUCE HENRY (Traveling Secretary)
"Bruce Henry, traveling secretary, handles all the details of travel, hotels, feeding, and spring training arrangements for the club."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
"Though he's only 27 years old, Hal Reniff is entering his seventh season of service in the Yankee bullpen. Up to 1967, big Hal worked in 223 games as a Yankee ... all in relief. In those seasons, he compiled an 18-18 record and an effective 3.16 earned run mark.
Last season, though he was 3-7, Hal topped the staff in number of appearances, 56. He's had a tendency to be a bit wild, which is dangerous in bullpen work. When he overcomes this, the burly blond right-hander will become the superior relief man Ralph Houk always anticipated he would be.
In three World Series, Hal has appeared in four games and has yet to be scored on. He'd like to try again soon for the Yankees. During the last off-season, Hal did P.R. work for a bakery and was an effective Yankee representative at group meetings and in group ticket sales."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee Organization, June 23, 1956.
Led Yankees in games pitched (56), 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
RAY BARKER
"Although he came to spring training as a member of the Yankees' Syracuse farm club, Ray 'Buddy' Barker is serving the Yankees as 'backup insurance' for Mickey Mantle at first base. With slick-fielding Mike Hegan in service, Barker was determined to make the most of this added opportunity to stay with the Yanks.
In a spring game against the Mets, Ray hit for the cycle. He's always shown good power in his minor league career. In 1965, Buddy tied a major league record by hitting consecutive homers as a pinch hitter.
A good fielder, he set several records in the minors for his defensive work, in addition to his impressive slugging marks. The likeable West Virginian, now 31, will give it everything he has."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Baltimore Orioles organization as result of tryout camp, 1955.
Led Provincial League first basemen in putouts (1,116) and assists (82) with Thetford, 1955.
Led Sally League first basemen in putouts (1,226) and chances (1,288) and took part in three triple plays with Columbus, 1956
Led Sally League in hits (174), total bases (311), doubles (40), triples (14) and RBIs (97) and was second in batting (.309) with Knoxville, 1957.
Led Pacific Coast League in triples (14) and led first basemen in fielding (.992) with Vancouver, 1959.
Led Pacific Coast League in doubles (48) with Vancouver, 1960.
Traded to Cleveland Indians along with Harry Chiti and pitcher Art Kay for second baseman Johnny Temple in November 1961.
Acquired by Yankees from Cleveland in exchange for infielder Pedro Gonzales, May 10, 1965.
Tied major league record with two pinch-hit home runs in two consecutive appearances, 1965.
Batting average as pinch hitter for Yankees in 1965: .289 (11-for-38) with three home runs.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
ROSS MOSCHITTO
"Ross led the Appalachian League in runs (72) and homers (20) in 1964 with Johnson City. In military service during the 1966 season, he impressed in the Yankee spring training camp this spring."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, June 4, 1964.
Led Appalachian League in runs scored (72) and home runs (20), 1964.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JACK CULLEN
Signed by Yankee organization, September 5, 1958.
Purchased July 27, 1965 from Toledo, where he was International League's top percentage pitcher with 14-5 record.
Hurled 3-hit, 1-0 shutout at Baltimore, August 20, 1965.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CHI-CHI OLIVO
Acquired by Yankees from Atlanta Braves along with Bill Robinson in exchange for Clete Boyer, November 1966.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
STAN BANHSEN
"With only 37 minor league games as his professional experience, Stan Bahnsen was called up by the Yankees last fall for a quick 'look.' In his first appearance, against the Red Sox in Boston's hit-happy Fenway Park, the Council Bluffs, Iowa right-hander fanned the first four major league batters he faced.
Stan was a high selection in baseball's first free agent draft in June 1965. Johnny Johnson, Yankee vice-president for minor league operations, predicted after his unimpressive 2-2 rookie season that Stan would be a Yankee in just a couple of years. 'I think he's got it,' Johnson said.
With his parents watching him pitch a professional game for the first time last July 17 at Toledo, the 6'2", 22-year-old hurler fired a no-hitter. And the feat was accomplished on an 82-degree night with fierce humidity.
Stan fanned 151 men in only 170 innings pitched last year while compiling a 2.91 ERA, tying the Toledo club single-game strikeout mark of 12."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Selected by Yankees in free agent draft, June 1965.
Hurled no-hitter for Toledo vs. Richmond, score 1-0, July 17, 1966 (second game).
Struck out the side in his first inning of major league pitching, September 9, 1966, at Boston.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
THAD TILLOTSON
"Thad Tillotson came to spring training this year as a member of the Yankees' Syracuse farm club. Acquired as the player to be named later when the Yankees sent Dick Schofield to the Los Angeles Dodgers last September, the 26-year-old Tillotson was an unknown quantity when he arrived in Ft. Lauderdale. He had spent seven minor league seasons in the Dodger organization. But Yankee scouts recommended the right-hander.
He came to camp and Ralph Houk gave him his chance. In his first four relief appearances this spring, Thad pitched shutout ball, gave up seven hits in 10 innings and fanned eight. And so he made the trip north.
With the Yankees needing help in the bullpen, Thad Tillotson was making the most of a belated opportunity.
When the American League campaign got underway in April, Thad became a valued member of manager Ralph Houk's bullpen corps, winning one and saving another early-season game. He even helped himself with his bat, getting an important hit in his first major league at-bat. Thad also moved into some starting assignments and gave a fine account of himself.
Thad's major league career may have been a long time coming, but he's not missing the opportunity now."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Acquired by Yankees from Dodgers in exchange for Dick Schofield, September 12, 1966.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CHARLIE SANDS and FRANK TEPEDINO
"Two 19-year-old players, drafted from the Baltimore organization last November, figure prominently in future Yankee plans. Charlie Sands, 6-2, 210-pound catcher from Newport News, Virginia, impressed the Yankee staff during spring training with his all-around ability. Brooklyn's Frank Tepedino, 5-11, 185-pound first baseman, reported late for spring training after being discharged from military service. In two minor league seasons, he has hit .337 and .288 and has played the outfield."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
CHARLIE SANDS
Drafted by Yankees from Baltimore organization, November 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
FRANK TEPEDINO
Originally signed by Orioles for 1965 season.
Drafted by Yankees from Baltimore organization, November 1966.
Due to be discharged from active military service this spring.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
MATT GALANTE
"Named to the NCAA All-American team of 1966, Matt hit .397 for St. John's U. with only one error in 205 chances. He hit .342 at Binghamton last season in his first year of pro ball; small in size, but a real hustler."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Named to first string NCAA All-American baseball team of 1966 while with St. John's, hitting .397 and committing only one error in 205 chances.
Signed by Yankee organization, June 19, 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JOHN SCHROEPPEL
"John led the Florida State League in 1965 with a 13-1 record and with a 0.88 ERA for Fort Lauderdale."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, September 7, 1964.
Top winning percentage in Florida State League, .929 (13-1), also leading in ERA (0.88), 1965.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
MIKE FERRARO
"Mike was Florida State League MVP in 1964 with Fort Lauderdale, hitting .317 to win the batting title."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, June 27, 1962.
Selected MVP and also won batting title in Florida State League while with Ft. Lauderdale, 1964.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BOB BILETNIKOFF
"A quarterback at Miami U. in 1965, Bob is still attending college in the off-season. His brother, Fred, is an offensive end for the Oakland Raiders in the AFL."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, February 28, 1966.
Quarterback at University of Miami, 1965, which he attends in off-season.
Brother of Fred, offensive end for Oakland Raiders of AFL.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JERRY KENNEY
"Jerry led Southern League shortstops in fielding in 1966, and was selected to the All-Star team; has a .300 batting average in the minors."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, May 25, 1964.
Led Southern League shortstops fielding, 1966.
Selected to 1966 Southern League All-Star Game.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL BURBACH
"The first choice of the Yankees in the free agent draft of June 1965, Bill had a 2.19 ERA at Greensboro in 1966."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Selected [first] by Yankees in free agent draft, June 1965.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
ELISEO RODRIGUEZ
"Drafted from the Kansas City organization in 1964, Ellie is strong on defense."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Drafted by Yankees from Dallas (Kansas City organization), November 1964.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
GARY GIROUARD
"Signed by the Yanks in June 1965, Gary had a 2.13 ERA at Greensboro last season."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, June 22, 1965.
Had fourth lowest ERA in Carolina League (2.13), 1966.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
FRANK FERNANDEZ
"Frank led Columbus in homers (21) in 1965 (hitting three in one game against Lynchburg) and topped Toledo with 23 in 1966; currently in military service."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
Signed by Yankee organization, September 13, 1961.
Hit three home runs in one game against Lynchburg [Southern League], 1965.
Led Columbus [GA] in home runs (21), 1965.
With Yankees until final cut-down date in 1966- May 15, when optioned to Toldeo.
Led Toledo in home runs (23), 1966.
Suffered hairline fracture of a bone in his right knee in collision at home plate, August 29, 1966, at Richmond.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL HENRY
Signed by Yankee organization, September 18, 1963.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
LOUIS HOWELL
Signed by Yankees, June 21, 1965.
Son of former major league catcher Dixie Howell.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
JOHN MILLER
Signed by Yankee organization, June 20, 1962.
Hit home run in first major league at-bat, September 11, 1966 at Boston, the first Yankee player to accomplish this feat.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CHET TRAIL
Signed by Yankee organization, July 1, 1962.
Hit three grand slam home runs at Greensboro, 1965.
Attends Bowling Green State University in off-season.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
BILL BETHEA
Purchased by Yankees on waivers from Minnesota, June 6, 1965.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
CECIL PERKINS
Signed by Yankee organization, June 12, 1962.
On Binghamton roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
TONY PRZYBYCIEN
Signed by Yankee organization, August 22, 1961.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
DALE ROBERTS
Signed by Yankee organization, June 9, 1963.
On Syracuse roster.
-1967 New York Yankees Press-TV-Radio Guide
PETE SHEEHY (Clubhouse Man) and PETE PREVITE (Clubhouse Man)
"The Petes are real veterans of the Yankee scene ... Sheehy for 40 years, Previte for 25."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
BRUCE HENRY (Traveling Secretary)
"Bruce Henry, traveling secretary, handles all the details of travel, hotels, feeding, and spring training arrangements for the club."
-The New York Yankees Official 1967 Yearbook
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