LARRY MILBOURNE
"Prior to last season, Yankee fans vaguely recalled hearing his name and the other clubs he's played for: the Houston Astros and the Seattle Mariners. But after watching Larry Milbourne do his thing in 1981, Larry's name is almost a household word on the lips of everyone in the Tri-State area. And well it should be- the 6'0", 165-pound New Jersey born and bred veteran has come home!
Larry Milbourne came to the Yankees via a trade with the Seattle Mariners in November of 1980. His reputation says that he's one of the finest utility players in all baseball. He was well known for his defensive ability at second, short and third, but his herculean exploits with the bat were a bit of a surprise.
Getting his chance to play daily, after Willie Randolph and Bucky Dent succumbed to unfortunate injuries, Larry really seized the opportunity and gave it his all, proving his true value to the Yankees. In 61 games played last season, Larry hit a potent .313 with seven doubles, two triples and an even dozen runs batted in. Come playoff time, Larry really let loose- he hit .316 versus Milwaukee, .462 versus the A's and .250 versus the tough Dodgers. Overall, his postseason average was .327. Quite a feat for a utility ballplayer!"
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Milbourne lived up to his reputation as one of the best utility players in baseball in 1981. He played in only 20 games in the first half, starting only four and batting .333. Injuries to Bucky Dent and Willie Randolph forced Milbourne into a starting role for the majority of the second half. He hit over .300 for most of the second half, driving in key runs and playing steady defense, and hit an inside-the-park homer against Kansas City on August 23. He hit .327 in postseason competition.
Larry played four seasons with Seattle and holds Mariner single-season records with 15 sacrifice hits in 1980 and 12 pinch hits in 1979. In 1978 he was the toughest batter to strike out in the AL (200 at-bats), fanning just once every 39 at-bats, and became the 18th major leaguer and eighth in American League history to switch-hit home runs in the same game. He connected off Cleveland's right-handed Mike Paxton (grand slam) and left-handed Don Hood (solo) in his first two at-bats in the Kingdome on June 15; other American Leaguers to accomplish this feat include Mickey Mantle (10 times), Reggie Smith (6), Roy White (5) and Tom Tresh (3).
His first Seattle RBI was the game-winner in the Mariners' first ever win on April 8, 1977. In 1971, Larry was the All-Star second baseman at Decatur and was named to the Topps All-Rookie team with Houston in 1974.
Larry graduated from Millville High (Port Norris, New Jersey) in 1969 and was All-State in baseball his junior and senior years. He attended Cumberland County J.C. (Vineland, New Jersey) and Glassboro College (New Jersey). His brother Monty played in the White Sox organization. Larry's hobbies are music and reading."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
Larry Milbourne came to the Yankees via a trade with the Seattle Mariners in November of 1980. His reputation says that he's one of the finest utility players in all baseball. He was well known for his defensive ability at second, short and third, but his herculean exploits with the bat were a bit of a surprise.
Getting his chance to play daily, after Willie Randolph and Bucky Dent succumbed to unfortunate injuries, Larry really seized the opportunity and gave it his all, proving his true value to the Yankees. In 61 games played last season, Larry hit a potent .313 with seven doubles, two triples and an even dozen runs batted in. Come playoff time, Larry really let loose- he hit .316 versus Milwaukee, .462 versus the A's and .250 versus the tough Dodgers. Overall, his postseason average was .327. Quite a feat for a utility ballplayer!"
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Milbourne lived up to his reputation as one of the best utility players in baseball in 1981. He played in only 20 games in the first half, starting only four and batting .333. Injuries to Bucky Dent and Willie Randolph forced Milbourne into a starting role for the majority of the second half. He hit over .300 for most of the second half, driving in key runs and playing steady defense, and hit an inside-the-park homer against Kansas City on August 23. He hit .327 in postseason competition.
Larry played four seasons with Seattle and holds Mariner single-season records with 15 sacrifice hits in 1980 and 12 pinch hits in 1979. In 1978 he was the toughest batter to strike out in the AL (200 at-bats), fanning just once every 39 at-bats, and became the 18th major leaguer and eighth in American League history to switch-hit home runs in the same game. He connected off Cleveland's right-handed Mike Paxton (grand slam) and left-handed Don Hood (solo) in his first two at-bats in the Kingdome on June 15; other American Leaguers to accomplish this feat include Mickey Mantle (10 times), Reggie Smith (6), Roy White (5) and Tom Tresh (3).
His first Seattle RBI was the game-winner in the Mariners' first ever win on April 8, 1977. In 1971, Larry was the All-Star second baseman at Decatur and was named to the Topps All-Rookie team with Houston in 1974.
Larry graduated from Millville High (Port Norris, New Jersey) in 1969 and was All-State in baseball his junior and senior years. He attended Cumberland County J.C. (Vineland, New Jersey) and Glassboro College (New Jersey). His brother Monty played in the White Sox organization. Larry's hobbies are music and reading."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
RON DAVIS
"It's all in a day's work. Answer the call from the dugout, throw your obligatory warmup pitches in the bullpen and make your way to the mound to put out the fire in the perilous middle innings. It's a job accepted by many and handled by few. Thankfully, the Yankees have one of those few in the presence of number thirty-nine, Ron Davis.
In 1979, Ron won 14 games against just two losses as he set a new American League record for most wins by a rookie in relief. That record was held by former pinstriper Wilcy Moore of the 1927 Bronx Bombers. The following season, 1980, Ron won nine games, saved seven are recorded a perfect 4-0 record down the September pennant stretch. The lean, lanky, 6'4", 205-pound Texan did not allow an earned run in his first 20.2 innings that month!
Last season, Ron reared back and recorded 83 strikeouts in just 73 innings. His 2.71 earned run average in 1981 was his best as a major league ballplayer. Against the Angels in May of last season, Ron casually took the mound, smoked eight consecutive batters and recorded a new major league record for consecutive strikeouts by a relief pitcher. Combine all of the above with a lifetime 27-10 won-loss record and you've got yourself one complete reliever. One complete reliever who's often called and often depended upon."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Davis had an outstanding third season with the Yankees in 1981 and was an excellent number two man in the pen beside Gossage. He struck out at least one batter per inning, including a major league relief record of eight consecutive Angel batters in California on May 4. In his next outing in Seattle, he struck out the first batter he faced, extending the streak to nine straight. Ron was named to the AL All-Star team for the first time (replacing the injured Gossage) and was the winning pitcher in Game 1 of the Division Series in Milwaukee.
Ron had an excellent 14-2 rookie season in 1979, setting the AL rookie relief win record and breaking the record of 13 set by Wilcy Moore of the 1927 Yankees. He was primarily a starter in the Cubs' organization before his trade to the Yankees. His major league debut was on Old Timers' Day in 1978 before 46,000 fans.
In 1980, Ron was tough down the stretch with a 4-0 record and a save in September, not allowing an earned run in his first 20.2 innings that month. He was co-Player of the Week in the AL with Eddie Murray for September 8-14. Ron was the only Yankee pitcher to bat in '79 and '80, striking out both times.
Ron has spent the last three winters in the New York area where he has become an accomplished banquet speaker. He's a native of Houston where he was a baseball, basketball and tennis standout at Milby High. He has a degree in special education from Blinn J.C. in Brenham, Texas and was a National Junior College Athletic Association All-American at Blinn. Ron lists Catfish Hunter as his favorite player and enjoys hunting and fishing."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
In 1979, Ron won 14 games against just two losses as he set a new American League record for most wins by a rookie in relief. That record was held by former pinstriper Wilcy Moore of the 1927 Bronx Bombers. The following season, 1980, Ron won nine games, saved seven are recorded a perfect 4-0 record down the September pennant stretch. The lean, lanky, 6'4", 205-pound Texan did not allow an earned run in his first 20.2 innings that month!
Last season, Ron reared back and recorded 83 strikeouts in just 73 innings. His 2.71 earned run average in 1981 was his best as a major league ballplayer. Against the Angels in May of last season, Ron casually took the mound, smoked eight consecutive batters and recorded a new major league record for consecutive strikeouts by a relief pitcher. Combine all of the above with a lifetime 27-10 won-loss record and you've got yourself one complete reliever. One complete reliever who's often called and often depended upon."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Davis had an outstanding third season with the Yankees in 1981 and was an excellent number two man in the pen beside Gossage. He struck out at least one batter per inning, including a major league relief record of eight consecutive Angel batters in California on May 4. In his next outing in Seattle, he struck out the first batter he faced, extending the streak to nine straight. Ron was named to the AL All-Star team for the first time (replacing the injured Gossage) and was the winning pitcher in Game 1 of the Division Series in Milwaukee.
Ron had an excellent 14-2 rookie season in 1979, setting the AL rookie relief win record and breaking the record of 13 set by Wilcy Moore of the 1927 Yankees. He was primarily a starter in the Cubs' organization before his trade to the Yankees. His major league debut was on Old Timers' Day in 1978 before 46,000 fans.
In 1980, Ron was tough down the stretch with a 4-0 record and a save in September, not allowing an earned run in his first 20.2 innings that month. He was co-Player of the Week in the AL with Eddie Murray for September 8-14. Ron was the only Yankee pitcher to bat in '79 and '80, striking out both times.
Ron has spent the last three winters in the New York area where he has become an accomplished banquet speaker. He's a native of Houston where he was a baseball, basketball and tennis standout at Milby High. He has a degree in special education from Blinn J.C. in Brenham, Texas and was a National Junior College Athletic Association All-American at Blinn. Ron lists Catfish Hunter as his favorite player and enjoys hunting and fishing."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
RICK REUSCHEL
"The Yankees believe in the saying 'every cloud has a pinstriped lining.' On the eve of the harrowing 1981 baseball strike, a trade between New York and Chicago brought Yankee fans one of the steadiest pitchers in the major leagues today: Rick Reuschel.
Rick's major league tenure, prior to his short time in pinstripes last season, was spent exclusively with the Chicago Cubs. The 32-year-old Illinois native pitched at Wrigley Field for 10 seasons, compiling 129 wins and a 3.43 ERA.
The quiet, uninquisitive Reuschel won't be part of any clubhouse shenanigans. All he likes to do is keep to himself, pitch to the best of his ability and help the Yankees win a pennant. And that's just fine with manager Bob Lemon."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Traded to the Yankees on the eve of the 1981 players' strike, Reuschel was the only right-hander in the Yankees' starting rotation. He's a very steady performer with excellent control, yet the Yankees scored only six runs in his four losses. Rick was leading the Cubs in wins, ERA, games started, innings pitched and strikeouts when traded.
Before his trade to the Yankees, Rick had spent his entire career in the Cubs organization with a winning record despite playing on losing teams. On August 21, 1975, he teamed with his brother Paul to blank the Dodgers and become the first brother combo in history to hurl a shutout. Rick has recorded a 21-5 slate in the month of August since 1977 and was named National League Pitcher of the Month for August in both 1979 and 1980.
His brother Paul pitched in the majors with the Cubs ('75-'77) and Indians ('78-'79). Rick attended Central High in Camp Point, Illinois. He played Little League and Pony League ball in Golden, Illinois and American Legion ball in Keokuk, Iowa. At Western Illinois University, he led the team with a 10-0 record and also played in the Central Illinois Collegiate League for Galesburg. Rick was a Cardinal and Stan Musial fan as a youngster.
He plans on a farming career following baseball."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
Rick's major league tenure, prior to his short time in pinstripes last season, was spent exclusively with the Chicago Cubs. The 32-year-old Illinois native pitched at Wrigley Field for 10 seasons, compiling 129 wins and a 3.43 ERA.
The quiet, uninquisitive Reuschel won't be part of any clubhouse shenanigans. All he likes to do is keep to himself, pitch to the best of his ability and help the Yankees win a pennant. And that's just fine with manager Bob Lemon."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Traded to the Yankees on the eve of the 1981 players' strike, Reuschel was the only right-hander in the Yankees' starting rotation. He's a very steady performer with excellent control, yet the Yankees scored only six runs in his four losses. Rick was leading the Cubs in wins, ERA, games started, innings pitched and strikeouts when traded.
Before his trade to the Yankees, Rick had spent his entire career in the Cubs organization with a winning record despite playing on losing teams. On August 21, 1975, he teamed with his brother Paul to blank the Dodgers and become the first brother combo in history to hurl a shutout. Rick has recorded a 21-5 slate in the month of August since 1977 and was named National League Pitcher of the Month for August in both 1979 and 1980.
His brother Paul pitched in the majors with the Cubs ('75-'77) and Indians ('78-'79). Rick attended Central High in Camp Point, Illinois. He played Little League and Pony League ball in Golden, Illinois and American Legion ball in Keokuk, Iowa. At Western Illinois University, he led the team with a 10-0 record and also played in the Central Illinois Collegiate League for Galesburg. Rick was a Cardinal and Stan Musial fan as a youngster.
He plans on a farming career following baseball."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
DAVE REVERING
"In the June '71 Free Agent Draft, Dave Revering was selected by the Cincinnati Reds. He fared well in the Reds' minor league system during his seven years there and finally cracked the big leagues in time for the '78 season. His debut, though, was with the American League's own Oakland A's where Dave was traded in February of 1978. The 6'4", 215-pound Revering enjoyed three-plus productive seasons with Oakland until his trade to the Yankees in May of '81. While being fitted for the pinstripes, Dave saw New York as a potential Garden of Eden for his potent left-handed swing.
A .276 lifetime hitter, Dave hopes to fully realize his potential this year as a Yankee."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Revering had an off-year with the bat in 1981, for both the A's and Yankees, hitting well below his previous major league average. He had only one hit in his first 10 Yankee at-bats, then hit in 11 of his next 13 games and in nine straight games from June 1 to June 10.
Dave had a slow start again when the second season resumed with one hit in his first 12 at-bats of the second season. Both of his Yankee home runs were hit in Yankee Stadium. He had one hit in two at-bats against his former teammates, Oakland, in the ALCS.
In his first pro year (1971) at Bradenton, Dave was the top fielding first baseman and was named to the Gulf Coast League All-Star team. In 1973, he was named to the Eastern League All-Star team while playing for Three Rivers, even though he missed three weeks of the '73 season with a separated shoulder, and in 1974 led the American Association in fielding at Indianapolis. Dave was named to the American Association All-Star team in both 1975 and 1977.
In 1979 with Oakland, Dave led the team in average, runs, hits, doubles, triples and RBIs. In 1980 he tied for the team lead with 11 game-winning RBIs.
Revering graduated from Bella Vista High (Fair Oaks, California) where he played baseball, football and basketball. He hit .534 as a junior, .432 as a senior. Named All-State, he once drove in 10 runs in a high school playoff game. Dave played Little League ball in Citrus Heights, CA and American Legion ball in Fair Oaks. He was a Yankee fan as a youngster with Mickey Mantle his favorite player.
Dave enjoys hunting, antiques and cars."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
A .276 lifetime hitter, Dave hopes to fully realize his potential this year as a Yankee."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Revering had an off-year with the bat in 1981, for both the A's and Yankees, hitting well below his previous major league average. He had only one hit in his first 10 Yankee at-bats, then hit in 11 of his next 13 games and in nine straight games from June 1 to June 10.
Dave had a slow start again when the second season resumed with one hit in his first 12 at-bats of the second season. Both of his Yankee home runs were hit in Yankee Stadium. He had one hit in two at-bats against his former teammates, Oakland, in the ALCS.
In his first pro year (1971) at Bradenton, Dave was the top fielding first baseman and was named to the Gulf Coast League All-Star team. In 1973, he was named to the Eastern League All-Star team while playing for Three Rivers, even though he missed three weeks of the '73 season with a separated shoulder, and in 1974 led the American Association in fielding at Indianapolis. Dave was named to the American Association All-Star team in both 1975 and 1977.
In 1979 with Oakland, Dave led the team in average, runs, hits, doubles, triples and RBIs. In 1980 he tied for the team lead with 11 game-winning RBIs.
Revering graduated from Bella Vista High (Fair Oaks, California) where he played baseball, football and basketball. He hit .534 as a junior, .432 as a senior. Named All-State, he once drove in 10 runs in a high school playoff game. Dave played Little League ball in Citrus Heights, CA and American Legion ball in Fair Oaks. He was a Yankee fan as a youngster with Mickey Mantle his favorite player.
Dave enjoys hunting, antiques and cars."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BOB WATSON
"While the noise of the ever-excitable Yankee clubhouse makes headlines daily, one quiet and calm veteran looms large over the inescapable drone. He makes his noise the old fashioned way: he earns it ... with clutch fielding, dramatic home runs and key game-winning RBIs. The Bull earned his share of the limelight when he scored the one millionth run in baseball history and when he became the only athlete in all baseball to hit for the cycle in both the American and National Leagues.
After a disappointing past season, Bob Watson looks forward to his third year in pinstripes. He's gunning for another .300-plus season. He's had seven of those during his fabled career, and he's looking forward to that golden ring that eludes most major leaguers: the ring which signifies victory in the October classic. With a career .297 average going into the 1982 season, Bob hopes to continue his winning ways and be a part of another American League Championship squad and, hopefully, a World Series Champion!"
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"1981 was a disappointing season for Watson who was hampered by injuries all through the first half. He suffered a strained adductor muscle on Opening Day, tested it periodically and when ready to go, pulled a hamstring, putting him on the 15-day DL on May 13. Bob missed a total of 33 games and batted .182 in the first half.
Bob came alive in the second half with eight home runs and 11 RBIs and hit two home runs at Tiger Stadium on August 15. He had an outstanding postseason, hitting .340 (17-for-50) with two homers and nine RBIs. Bob homered in his first World Series plate appearance on October 20 at Yankee Stadium to tie a World Series record.
In 1980 Bob led the Yankees in hitting, .307, 10th best in the American League. In August of that year he was robbed of two homers when balls he hit struck hanging speakers in the Kingdome.
Bob spent 11 years with the Astros and holds the single-season and career marks for RBIs with Houston. Named Astro MVP in 1975, he had a 19-game hitting streak in 1973, and in 1974 scored the one millionth run in baseball history.
"While the noise of the ever-excitable Yankee clubhouse makes headlines daily, one quiet and calm veteran looms large over the inescapable drone. He makes his noise the old fashioned way: he earns it ... with clutch fielding, dramatic home runs and key game-winning RBIs. The Bull earned his share of the limelight when he scored the one millionth run in baseball history and when he became the only athlete in all baseball to hit for the cycle in both the American and National Leagues.
After a disappointing past season, Bob Watson looks forward to his third year in pinstripes. He's gunning for another .300-plus season. He's had seven of those during his fabled career, and he's looking forward to that golden ring that eludes most major leaguers: the ring which signifies victory in the October classic. With a career .297 average going into the 1982 season, Bob hopes to continue his winning ways and be a part of another American League Championship squad and, hopefully, a World Series Champion!"
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"1981 was a disappointing season for Watson who was hampered by injuries all through the first half. He suffered a strained adductor muscle on Opening Day, tested it periodically and when ready to go, pulled a hamstring, putting him on the 15-day DL on May 13. Bob missed a total of 33 games and batted .182 in the first half.
Bob came alive in the second half with eight home runs and 11 RBIs and hit two home runs at Tiger Stadium on August 15. He had an outstanding postseason, hitting .340 (17-for-50) with two homers and nine RBIs. Bob homered in his first World Series plate appearance on October 20 at Yankee Stadium to tie a World Series record.
In 1980 Bob led the Yankees in hitting, .307, 10th best in the American League. In August of that year he was robbed of two homers when balls he hit struck hanging speakers in the Kingdome.
Bob spent 11 years with the Astros and holds the single-season and career marks for RBIs with Houston. Named Astro MVP in 1975, he had a 19-game hitting streak in 1973, and in 1974 scored the one millionth run in baseball history.
He is the only player to hit for the cycle in both leagues. He began his career as a catcher, but has only played first, outfield and designated hitter since 1974.
Bob grew up in Los Angeles where he was all-city in both baseball and football. He attended Los Angeles Harbor J.C. where he was All-American in baseball and served in the Marines as a sergeant.
He likes jazz and fishing."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
He likes jazz and fishing."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
"If there's anyone deserving of the label 'legend in his own time' it's the 'youngster' with the overly familiar Oklahoma twang. The number now worn on his back may be one more than he's had for most of his career with the Yanks, but number two in pinstripes is the same good ole' boy that Yankee fans everywhere have always loved and admired. The legend we speak of? Bobby Ray Murcer, of course!
Turning back the hands of time, we recall the lean years- the constant search for a guiding star that would once again return the Yankees to the promised land. Twenty-two-year-old Bobby Murcer applied for the job. Almost overnight, Yankee fans took a liking to the left-handed swinging infielder with the contagious smile. The legend began.
Many things have changed since the '69 season opener when the 5'11", 165-pound Yankee third baseman took sights on the Washington bleachers and helped his teammates knock off the then Ted Williams-led Senators. For starters, the Senators no longer exist and Mr. Murcer no longer serves time at the hot corner. He can, however, still put a baseball into orbit. He stands in the number twelve spot on the all-time Yankee home run list (167) and plans to move up a notch or two before it's all over. Let's just say the legend continues."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Murcer's 1981 season began with a pinch-hit grand slam home run on Opening Day against Texas. He was the top pinch hitter in the American League with three home runs and 12 RBIs. Used exclusively as a designated hitter and pinch hitter, Murcer did not play in the field during the season.
He moved up three places on the Yankee home run list, passing Elston Howard (161), Bill Skowron (165) and Joe Pepitone (166) into 12th place with 167 homers. On the all-time Yankee RBI list, Murcer moved past Frankie Crosetti (649) and Hank Bauer (654) into 16th place with 656. He played on his first AL Championship club and also appeared in his first World Series.
An 18-year pro (including two years in the military) with 13 1/2 years in the Yankee organization, Bobby broke in at Johnson City in 1964 as the Appalachian League All-Star shortstop. He joined the Yankees late in only his second pro season, and after a stint in the Army, rejoined the Yankees in 1969 and was named to the Sporting News All-Star team in 1971, '72 and '73. Bobby hit three home runs in one game against Cleveland on June 24, 1970 (part of four consecutive in a doubleheader) and three against Kansas City on July 13, 1973, and was the last Yankee to hit for the cycle on August 29, 1972 against Texas. In 1976 with San Francisco, Bobby hit a homer off Montreal's Dale Murray, the first homer allowed by Murray in 247.1 innings pitched, a modern major league record.
Murcer was a three-sport standout in high school, playing baseball, football and basketball at Southeast High in Oklahoma City. He was all-state in football, all-city in both basketball and baseball and batted .458 with just one strikeout his senior year. He attended the University of Oklahoma as a business major.
Bobby enjoys hunting and fishing and works in the oil business in the off-season. He was signed to his original Yankee contract by Tom Greenwade, the same scout who signed Mickey Mantle, Bobby's favorite player."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
TUCKER ASHFORD
"Thomas Steven Ashford, 27-year-old, 6'1", 185-pound Memphis, Tennessee native, spends his days in the sun at the hot corner and knows the only time his picture will make the spotlight should be during his future with the Bronx Bombers.
The Yankees dealt for Tucker in December of 1980 from the Texas Rangers. His versatility at all four infield positions was most appealing to the scouts who had seen him during his earlier days in the Padre farm system. Last year, his first in the Yankee system, Tucker played for the Columbus Clippers and batted a very impressive .300. His 32 doubles was a Clippers team record and his 250 total bases was an International League record.
With a glove that shines like gold and a bat that sparkles like silver, Tucker may just find the jump to the Bronx slightly easier than anticipated."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Ashford played the entire 1981 International League season at Columbus, leading the Clippers with a .300 batting average, setting a club record with 32 doubles and leading the IL with 250 total bases. He was Yankee Minor League Player of the Week April 23-29, Player of the Month for April and had a 15-game hitting streak from April 14 through May 1. Tucker played three games defensively for the Yankees in September.
With the Padres in 1977, Tucker had a 10-game hitting streak from July 30 to August 8. He can play all four infield positions and has been among the league leaders in fielding in every league he has played.
Tucker graduated from Covington (Tennessee) High School where he played baseball. He lists his hobbies as golf, basketball and billiards."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BARRY FOOTE
"After spending over 10 professional seasons calling games behind the plate with the Expos, Phillies and Cubs, Barry Foote could have been satisfied with an ordinary career. In April of '81 Rick Cerone was on the disabled list with an injured thumb and the Yankee brass was instructed to acquire an experienced catcher, one willing to spend a good amount of time in the background once Rick was healthy again. A rare type of individual who could put his personal feelings in his pocket for the sake of the team's goals. In getting this 6'3", 220-pound man mountain, the Yankees fulfilled their objective.
As soon Barry put on the pinstripes, things began to happen. He hit a home run in his first at-bat as a Yankee and he hit five round-trippers in his first seven games. Coupled his fine defensive ability, Barry's instant offense proved him more than capable."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Foote began the 1981 season with the Cubs with no hits in 22 at-bats (one RBI in nine games). He was acquired when Rick Cerone was disabled with a broken thumb. Barry homered in his first at-bat as a Yankee, off Dan Schatzeder at Detroit on April 28 and hit five home runs in his first seven Yankee games. He hit all six of his home runs in the first half and hit five of his six homers on the road.
He was named to the Gulf Coast League All-Star team at Bradenton in 1970, and in 1973 was named to the International League All-Star team at Peninsula. With the Expos in 1974, Barry was named the National League Rookie of the Year. In 1980 he spent two stints on the disabled list with back spasms, but on April 22 of that year, Barry had eight RBIs including a game-winning two-out grand slam in the bottom of the ninth after his eighth-inning homer had tied the game.
His father, Amby, was a pitcher and third baseman in the Dodger and Pirate farm systems. Barry played Little League, Babe Ruth and American Legion ball. He enjoys fishing, collecting art and antiques, and tinkering with old cars."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BARRY EVANS
"While with San Diego, Barry was hard to hide. During his first season, 1977, the 6'1", 180-pound Georgian played at Walla Walla and hit .358. His next season, 1978, was spent at Amarillo where he again tore the cover off the ball, hitting .305 with 25 doubles and 10 home runs. One look at these minor league stats and you'd expect to see Barry's name at the top of the Padres future prospects list- a real comer!
Well, things don't always work out as planned. Barry did get his chance with the parent Padre club for four seasons and his only compliment, offensively, to his great glove was last season's production. He batted .323 and was raring to go when the season was just coming to a halt. Hopefully, his hot streak will continue into this season and the Yankees will someday soon get the opportunity to see the 25-year-old multi-talented infielder in action."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
BOB SYKES
"The tall, lean left-hander named Bob Sykes never thought he'd get a chance to pitch in New York wearing the pinstripes with the NY on the front. It's a dream shared by anyone who's from the Tri-State area: come to New York and hurl for the prestigious New York Yankees.
As a graduate of St. Rose High in Belmar, the 6'2", 200-pound New Jersey-born Sykes was drafted by the Tigers in the June 1974 draft. He shuffled between the minors and majors for Detroit and St. Louis through the 1979 season. After showing good stuff, he was brought up to St. Louis for good and pitched steady through the '80 and '81 seasons. Used primarily in relief, Bob hopes to land a spot with the talent-laden Bronx Bombers relief corps."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Bob spent his second full season with the Cardinals in 1981. He had an impressive second half, working 23.2 innings in relief with a 2-0 record and a 1.90 ERA.
Sykes was named to the 1974 Appalachian League All-Star team with a sensational undefeated season. In June of 1979, he underwent surgery for the removal of a blood clot in his left shoulder, and was recovering and was pitching well in 1980 when he developed circulation problems in his fingers and did not pitch the final month.
Bob played baseball at St. Rose High in Belmar, New Jersey."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
JOHN PACELLA
"Now here's a name that you've certainly seen before: John Pacella. Brooklyn-born, a Long Island resident, a graduate of Connetquot High in Oakdale and a former pitcher with the crosstown rival New York Mets. Well, today he wears the pinstripes as he was acquired by the Yankees in a multi-player deal with the San Diego Padres in March of 1981.
Last season, as a member of the International League Champion Columbus Clippers, John was 11-9 with a career high 135 strikeouts. His grand desire and powerful fastball give the Yankees ample insurance down on the farm. Hopefully, John will take full advantage of his rare second opportunity to make a New York baseball team. Not too many players get that chance."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Pacella went to spring training with the Padres in 1981 but was traded to the Yankees before the season opened. He struck out a career high of 135 in a full season at Columbus.
In 1976 at Lynchburg, John played in the Carolina League All-Star Game. At Jackson of the Texas League, he opened the 1977 season with a no-hitter against Tulsa, striking out seven and walking six.
John grew up in Brooklyn and attended Connetquot High in Oakdale where he played baseball, being named All-State and MVP for three years. He played Little and Babe Ruth ball on Long Island and grew up as a Yankee and Mickey Mantle fan.
He enjoys boating, racquetball and video games."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BOBBY BROWN
"Back and forth between Columbus and the Yankees all season, Brown played all three outfield positions for the Yankees. He was recalled when Reggie Jackson tore a tendon, and he started the season with the Yankees. He was assigned to Columbus when Jackson was reactivated and recalled on May 29 when catcher Johnny Oates was designated for assignment. Bobby was optioned back to Columbus when pitcher Dave Wehrmeister was added to the roster at the start of the second season and recalled again on August 24 when Lou Piniella was disabled with a bruised foot.
During his pro career Bobby has played in five different organizations (including two stints in the Yankee system) and has played for 12 different teams in 11 leagues, all in 10 years. In 1976, playing for Peninsula in the Carolina League, he was named to the All-Star team as an outfielder. In 1979 Bobby was named to the International League All-Star team, sharing honors with Dave Stapleton as IL MVP, and was also named to the Topps National Association AAA All-Star team.
Brown graduated from Northampton High (Norfolk, VA) where he played baseball and basketball. He led the baseball team to its first title in his senior year and was MVP. He signed a contract with Baltimore immediately following his high school graduation."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BUTCH HOBSON
"Either the gridiron or the diamond is this versatile athlete's domain. He was once a star quarterback for the Bear at Alabama, but he now plays for the Stick in the Bronx and makes a living slugging home runs.
Butch was acquired from the Angels in March to provide power for the Yankee lineup. He was an Angel last year and previously spent four full seasons with the enemy Red Sox. In 1977 he hit .265 with 30 homers and 112 RBIs; the latter two categories were club records for Red Sox third basemen.
The strong right-handed hitter has a lifetime batting average of .250 with 98 homers and 394 RBIs. As a Yankee, Butch will probably see action at the corners, as a designated hitter and as a pinch hitter."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
DAVE STEGMAN
"Stegman played three seasons with the Detroit organization before coming over to the Yankees. He batted .291 with Columbus last year in 90 games."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
LEE MAZZILLI
"This former idol of fans has lost some of his luster, batting almost 50 points below his lifetime average last season. Maz hit .215 in the first half and .242 down the stretch.
His career is marked by inconsistency and he teases the Mets with some hot streaks. Maz batted .303 in '79 with 79 RBIs as a budding superstar. He had a slow start in '80 before an 11-homer, 25-RBI July. He was born in New York City, so he's a natural favorite of the home crowd until things go bad.
Maz has homered from both sides of the plate in the same game. In the 1979 All-Star Game, he belted a pinch homer in the eighth to tie the game and walked with the bases loaded in the ninth to force in the winning run.
Maz was a champion speed skater in his youth."
-Nick Peters, The Complete Handbook of Baseball, 1982 Edition
DR. JOHN J. BONAMO (Team Physician)
"Dr. John J. Bonamo might be called the twenty-sixth man on the Yankees roster for all the work he performs as the official doctor of the Bronx Bombers. Dr. Bonamo is the Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Hospital in Manhattan. This season will be his fourth year with the Yankee organization."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Dr. John J. Bonamo enters his fourth year as the Yankees team physician. He is an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Staten Island and NYU Hospitals and is a graduate of Boston College and New York Medical College."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
GENE MONAHAN (Trainer)
"Gene Monahan probably never knew in 1962 that his being batboy of the Ft. Lauderdale Yankees would reflect his life's calling. But now, as Head Trainer of the Yankees, Gene begins his 11th season with New York. Gene has a B.S. in physical education from the University of Indiana and is a certified member of the NATA."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Gene Monahan, Yankee trainer, is now in his 10th year with the parent club and at 37, in his 20th year with the Yankee organization, starting as a batboy at Fort Lauderdale. He is a graduate of Indiana University."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BOB SHEPPARD (Public Address Announcer)
"Bob Sheppard brings back memories to those who have heard him announce the ballgames at Yankee Stadium for 31 summers. The professor of speech at St. John's University thoroughly enjoys informing Stadium patrons who is coming to bat and the like. Anyone interacting with Bob would realize this by his good-natured manner."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
MARK LETENDRE (Assistant Trainer)
"Mark Letendre enters his first year of service as the Assistant Trainer of the Yankees alongside veteran Gene Monahan. Mark has a B.S. in physical education from the University of Maine at Orono and has worked as trainer of both the West Haven Yankees and the Columbus Clippers."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Mark Letendre, 25, joins the staff as assistant trainer this year. He served as the Columbus trainer for the past three years. Mark has been in the Yankee organization since 1978. He graduated from the University of Maine at Orono."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
JIM ESPOSITO (Head Groundskeeper)
"Jim Esposito maintained the grounds at beloved Ebbets Field in Brooklyn and at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles before tending the lovely garden in the Bronx called Yankee Stadium. This year marks the 21st season Jimmy has spent in The House That Ruth Built."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Jimmy Esposito, chief of the Yankee ground crew, began his role in 1960 after 14 seasons with the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
JIM OGLE (Yankee Alumni Association)
"Jim Ogle is the Executive Director of the Yankee alumni quarterly publication called 'Pinstripes' and the head of the Yankee Alumni Association based out of Ft. Lauderdale. After covering baseball for the Newark Star-Ledger for over 20 summers, he's enjoying life in the Sunshine State ... and promises another memorable Old-Timers' Day on August 7."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
EDDIE LAYTON (Stadium Organist)
"Eddie Layton creates those wonderful sounds you'll hear the next time you come to Yankee Stadium. He's the man behind the multi-level keyboards at the park and the man behind that fabulous 'charge' chant used to keep rallies going once the Bronx Bombers really begin to roll. With over 25 albums to his credit, Eddie hopes to continue making music at the Stadium and in Madison Square Garden where he plays at Knick and Ranger games."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
PETE SHEEHY (Clubhouse Man and Equipment Manager)
"Pete Sheehy begins his 56th consecutive season as the equipment manager of the New York Yankees. He's been tidying lockers and folding uniforms since 1927.
'Big Pete' is one of the few who has enjoyed pleasant memories of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, Catfish Hunter, Thurman Munson and so many more names of Yankee past. In all baseball, Pete is one of its most proud and respected citizens."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Pete Sheehy, after whom the Yankee clubhouse is named, is now in his 56th season as equipment man and clubhouse attendant. The likeable Pete was among those specially honored at Opening Day of the 'new' Yankee Stadium."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
LOU CUCUZZA (Visitors Clubhouse Manager)
"Lou Cucuzza has some time before he challenges the 56-year tenure held by Pete Sheehy. Lou begins his seventh year as equipment manager in the visitors clubhouse at Yankee Stadium. Much different than working on the Yankees' side, Lou enjoys the camaraderie he's garnered with 13 different visiting teams coming to the Stadium each year."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Lou Cucuzza is in his seventh year running the visitors clubhouse at the Stadium."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
DOM SCALA (Bullpen Catcher)
"Dom Scala is the friendly, well-built extra man you'll notice in the bullpen this season. After an illustrious career as a catcher with the St. John's Redmen, Dom continues his role as a bullpen catcher with the New York Yankees."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Dom Scala, the Yankees' bullpen catcher, is in his fifth season in that capacity. He is a graduate of St. John's University and played in the Oakland organization."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
DOUG MELVIN (Right-Handed Batting Practice Pitcher)
"Doug Melvin begins his third season as a batting practice pitcher. Doug, who pitched in the Yankee organization for six years, also charts the Yankee defense."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
MICKEY SCOTT (Left-Handed Batting Practice Pitcher)
"Mickey Scott joined the Yankees in 1980 as a left-handed batting practice pitcher. Mickey pitched in the Yankees organization and pitched in the majors for the Orioles, Expos and Angels."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
"Either the gridiron or the diamond is this versatile athlete's domain. He was once a star quarterback for the Bear at Alabama, but he now plays for the Stick in the Bronx and makes a living slugging home runs.
Butch was acquired from the Angels in March to provide power for the Yankee lineup. He was an Angel last year and previously spent four full seasons with the enemy Red Sox. In 1977 he hit .265 with 30 homers and 112 RBIs; the latter two categories were club records for Red Sox third basemen.
The strong right-handed hitter has a lifetime batting average of .250 with 98 homers and 394 RBIs. As a Yankee, Butch will probably see action at the corners, as a designated hitter and as a pinch hitter."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
DAVE STEGMAN
"Stegman played three seasons with the Detroit organization before coming over to the Yankees. He batted .291 with Columbus last year in 90 games."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
LEE MAZZILLI
"This former idol of fans has lost some of his luster, batting almost 50 points below his lifetime average last season. Maz hit .215 in the first half and .242 down the stretch.
His career is marked by inconsistency and he teases the Mets with some hot streaks. Maz batted .303 in '79 with 79 RBIs as a budding superstar. He had a slow start in '80 before an 11-homer, 25-RBI July. He was born in New York City, so he's a natural favorite of the home crowd until things go bad.
Maz has homered from both sides of the plate in the same game. In the 1979 All-Star Game, he belted a pinch homer in the eighth to tie the game and walked with the bases loaded in the ninth to force in the winning run.
Maz was a champion speed skater in his youth."
-Nick Peters, The Complete Handbook of Baseball, 1982 Edition
DR. JOHN J. BONAMO (Team Physician)
"Dr. John J. Bonamo might be called the twenty-sixth man on the Yankees roster for all the work he performs as the official doctor of the Bronx Bombers. Dr. Bonamo is the Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Hospital in Manhattan. This season will be his fourth year with the Yankee organization."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Dr. John J. Bonamo enters his fourth year as the Yankees team physician. He is an orthopedic surgeon affiliated with Staten Island and NYU Hospitals and is a graduate of Boston College and New York Medical College."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
GENE MONAHAN (Trainer)
"Gene Monahan probably never knew in 1962 that his being batboy of the Ft. Lauderdale Yankees would reflect his life's calling. But now, as Head Trainer of the Yankees, Gene begins his 11th season with New York. Gene has a B.S. in physical education from the University of Indiana and is a certified member of the NATA."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Gene Monahan, Yankee trainer, is now in his 10th year with the parent club and at 37, in his 20th year with the Yankee organization, starting as a batboy at Fort Lauderdale. He is a graduate of Indiana University."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
BOB SHEPPARD (Public Address Announcer)
"Bob Sheppard brings back memories to those who have heard him announce the ballgames at Yankee Stadium for 31 summers. The professor of speech at St. John's University thoroughly enjoys informing Stadium patrons who is coming to bat and the like. Anyone interacting with Bob would realize this by his good-natured manner."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
MARK LETENDRE (Assistant Trainer)
"Mark Letendre enters his first year of service as the Assistant Trainer of the Yankees alongside veteran Gene Monahan. Mark has a B.S. in physical education from the University of Maine at Orono and has worked as trainer of both the West Haven Yankees and the Columbus Clippers."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Mark Letendre, 25, joins the staff as assistant trainer this year. He served as the Columbus trainer for the past three years. Mark has been in the Yankee organization since 1978. He graduated from the University of Maine at Orono."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
JIM ESPOSITO (Head Groundskeeper)
"Jim Esposito maintained the grounds at beloved Ebbets Field in Brooklyn and at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles before tending the lovely garden in the Bronx called Yankee Stadium. This year marks the 21st season Jimmy has spent in The House That Ruth Built."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Jimmy Esposito, chief of the Yankee ground crew, began his role in 1960 after 14 seasons with the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
JIM OGLE (Yankee Alumni Association)
"Jim Ogle is the Executive Director of the Yankee alumni quarterly publication called 'Pinstripes' and the head of the Yankee Alumni Association based out of Ft. Lauderdale. After covering baseball for the Newark Star-Ledger for over 20 summers, he's enjoying life in the Sunshine State ... and promises another memorable Old-Timers' Day on August 7."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
EDDIE LAYTON (Stadium Organist)
"Eddie Layton creates those wonderful sounds you'll hear the next time you come to Yankee Stadium. He's the man behind the multi-level keyboards at the park and the man behind that fabulous 'charge' chant used to keep rallies going once the Bronx Bombers really begin to roll. With over 25 albums to his credit, Eddie hopes to continue making music at the Stadium and in Madison Square Garden where he plays at Knick and Ranger games."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
PETE SHEEHY (Clubhouse Man and Equipment Manager)
"Pete Sheehy begins his 56th consecutive season as the equipment manager of the New York Yankees. He's been tidying lockers and folding uniforms since 1927.
'Big Pete' is one of the few who has enjoyed pleasant memories of Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, Catfish Hunter, Thurman Munson and so many more names of Yankee past. In all baseball, Pete is one of its most proud and respected citizens."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Pete Sheehy, after whom the Yankee clubhouse is named, is now in his 56th season as equipment man and clubhouse attendant. The likeable Pete was among those specially honored at Opening Day of the 'new' Yankee Stadium."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
LOU CUCUZZA (Visitors Clubhouse Manager)
"Lou Cucuzza has some time before he challenges the 56-year tenure held by Pete Sheehy. Lou begins his seventh year as equipment manager in the visitors clubhouse at Yankee Stadium. Much different than working on the Yankees' side, Lou enjoys the camaraderie he's garnered with 13 different visiting teams coming to the Stadium each year."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Lou Cucuzza is in his seventh year running the visitors clubhouse at the Stadium."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
DOM SCALA (Bullpen Catcher)
"Dom Scala is the friendly, well-built extra man you'll notice in the bullpen this season. After an illustrious career as a catcher with the St. John's Redmen, Dom continues his role as a bullpen catcher with the New York Yankees."
-The New York Yankees Official 1982 Yearbook
"Dom Scala, the Yankees' bullpen catcher, is in his fifth season in that capacity. He is a graduate of St. John's University and played in the Oakland organization."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
DOUG MELVIN (Right-Handed Batting Practice Pitcher)
"Doug Melvin begins his third season as a batting practice pitcher. Doug, who pitched in the Yankee organization for six years, also charts the Yankee defense."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
MICKEY SCOTT (Left-Handed Batting Practice Pitcher)
"Mickey Scott joined the Yankees in 1980 as a left-handed batting practice pitcher. Mickey pitched in the Yankees organization and pitched in the majors for the Orioles, Expos and Angels."
-1982 New York Yankees Media Guide
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