Mark “The Bird” announces his retirement

On June 29, 1983, former major league sensation Mark “The Bird” announces his retirement. The 1976 American League Rookie of the Year had been attempting a comeback in the minor leagues, but was struggling with a record of 2-5 and an ERA of 9.68 for the Pawtucket Red Sox.

The news came after a packed house at McCoy Stadium seen Him face off against future Yankee Great Dave Righetti.

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