Yogi Berra, after receiving an apology from Yankees owner George Steinbrenner for his 1985 dismissal as the team’s manager 16 games into the season, ends his self-exile from Yankee Stadium and the organization. The Bronx Bomber legend is expected to participate in future Opening Day and Old Timers’ ceremonies.
On July 5, 1989, Barry Bonds of the Pittsburgh Pirates hits a home run in a 6-4 loss to the Giants, making him and his father, Bobby, the all-time father-son home run duo. Barry and Bobby break the record held by Yogi and Dale Berra, and Gus and Buddy Bell, who had shared the mark…
On June 21, 1989, Carlton Fisk of the Chicago White Sox sets a record for most home runs by a catcher. Fisk hits his 307th home run as a receiver, breaking the record held by Yogi Berra. Fisk’s home run, part of a three-RBI day, helps the White Sox to a 7-3 win over the…
1985 – It’s no boo-boo. The Astros sign 59-year-old Yogi Berra to serve as a bench coach for new skipper Hal Lanier. The quotable Berra is persuaded to come to Texas at the request of owner John McMullen. The two are neighbors in New Jersey.
On April 28, 1985, the New York Yankees hire Billy Martin as their manager for a fourth time. The fiery Martin, one of George Steinbrenner’s favorite managers, replaces Hall of Famer Yogi Berra, who is fired just 16 games into the season.
New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner gives manager Yogi Berra the dreaded vote of confidence
New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner fires manager Billy Martin for the third time
On July 27, 1975, the New York Mets release veteran outfielder Cleon Jones, one of the key members of the Mets’ 1969 world championship who had previously been suspended for insubordinate actions following an altercation with manager Yogi Berra. The outfielder from Alabama will not play again this year but will briefly join the White…
On October 8, 1973, at Shea Stadium the New York Mets defeat the Cincinnati Reds, 9-2, behind 2 homeruns from Rusty Staub to give the Mets a 2-1 series advantage. The Mets scored early and often in Game 3, racing out to a 6–0 lead after just two innings. Rusty Staub hit his second homer…
In an exhibition game played in Puerto Rico, Willie Mays substitutes for New York Mets manager Yogi Berra and leads his team to a 8 – 3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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