"In Dock Ellis, the Yankees have added one of the National League's best pitchers over the past decade. A 19-game winner in 1971 (the year he started the All-Star Game), Dock now embarks on a new chapter of his career, as an American Leaguer. When a pitcher of such note comes to a new league, opposing hitters often find him difficult to adjust to. Dock is confident that will be the case with the Yankees.
Ellis, who hurled a no-hitter in 1970 against San Diego, also considers himself to be a gourmet cook, a music lover, and somewhat of a team leader when the role comes his way. Outspoken and bright, he's first and foremost a quality pitcher, and the Yankees are looking forward to the new association."
-The New York Yankees Official 1976 Yearbook
"Dock comes to the Yankees this year after a dozen seasons in the Pirates' organization.
He has been in the majors since 1968, needing four victories for 100. Dock was the starting pitcher in the 1971 All-Star Game at Detroit, capping a season in which he was 19-9, with a 20th win coming in the National League Championship Series. He has hurled for five Pirate division titlists in the last six years. Dock won 13 straight games in 1971, equalling the Pittsburgh record, and hurled a no-hitter in San Diego on June 12, 1970.
Dock is a graduate of Gardenia (California) High School, lettering in baseball, track and basketball. He was the high jump champ while attending Harbor Junior College. Signed as a free agent on January 14, 1964, he led the Carolina League in ERA in 1965 and was the winning pitcher in the All-Star Game.
Dock is active in the fight against Sickle Cell Anemia."
-1976 New York Yankees Press/TV/Radio Guide
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