"Omar Moreno's role with the Yankees changed last December when the club traded for All-Star center fielder Rickey Henderson. The 32-year-old Panamanian realized he had instantly become a backup player, something he hasn't been since he broke into the major leagues 10 years ago.
But Omar knows a lot can happen in a 162-game season. When he's called upon by manager Berra, he'll be ready to perform like the classy professional he is.
His defensive skills are second to none and his improved batting production shows Moreno can help the Yankees on offense. And, of course, there's the legs. Moreno led the team in triples (6) and stolen bases (20) last year.
Even as a part-time player, you can bet Omar will be doing his part in the Yankees' drive for their 34th pennant."
-The New York Yankees Official 1985 Yearbook
"Moreno led the Yankees in triples (6) and stolen bases (20) in 1984. Like many of his teammates he got off to a slow start last year and batted only .232 in the first half, but rebounded with a .276 BA for the second half. His four home runs were his highest total since 1979 and he had a four-RBI game (the fourth of his career) on May 15 against Oakland. Now with 469 career steals, Omar moved up five notches on the all-time list to 34th, but was passed by Rickey Henderson (493).
Omar had been a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates organization for 14 years before signing with the Houston Astros as a free agent in December 1982. He began his career in 1969 but did not reach the majors until the end of the 1975 season. Omar played in every game for the Pirates in 1979, 1980 and 1981. He dislocated the little finger in his left hand in July 1980 and underwent corrective surgery following the end of the season.
A native of Panama, Omar has played winter ball in Venezuela."
-1985 New York Yankees Information Guide
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