Tug McGraw
Active - 1974 - 1974 |
Born - Aug 30, 1944 in Martinez, California, United States |
Died - Jan 5, 2004 |
Genres - Sports & Recreation, Comedy
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- On June 12, 1964, upon his college graduation, signed with the New York Mets.
- Enlisted as a reserve rifleman in the United States Marine Corps, but never served overseas.
- Played baseball as a pitcher, and threw left-handed but batted right-handed.
- During his career in the major leagues, played for the New York Mets (1965-1974) and Philadelphia Phillies (1975-1984).
- Coined the phrase "You Gotta Believe."
- On Valentine's Day of 1985, announced his retirement from baseball.
- Tim McGraw's song "Live Like You Were Dying" was recorded in his honor.