Pricey gift: MLB offers Series film set for $2,229 Nov 22, 2009
The package also has autographs from Johnny Bench, Gary Carter, Bob Feller, Rollie Fingers, Carlton Fisk, Whitey Ford, Brooks Robinson and Bruce Sutter. MLB spokesman Jeff Heckelman said the set is also available without the autographs for $179. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Brewers unveil park improvements Nov 20, 2009
Uniformed members of the Brewers and Braves Walk of Fame are represented, with lots named after Henry Aaron, Cecil Cooper, Rollie Fingers, Jim Gantner, Harvey Kuenn, Eddie Mathews, Paul Molitor, Don Money, Warren Spahn, Gorman Thomas, Bob Uecker and Robin Yount. The Uecker Lot will include a special twist for fans. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Bailey captures AL rookie award Nov 17, 2009
The Official Site of the Oakland Athletics. Bailey captures AL rookie award. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
In ninth inning, Mo of the same Nov 2, 2009
Next on the list is Rollie Fingers, with six, followed by four other pitchers with four. Rivera has blown just one save in World Series play, serving up a bloop single to Luis Gonzalez in Game 7 in 2001 against the D-backs. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Game 2 according to Yanks' plan Oct 30, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Bridge from Burnett to Rivera a perfect one-way road. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Yanks take duel to even Series Oct 30, 2009
" The go-ahead homer provided Burnett with extra juice, as he came out for the seventh firing darts, seeming to embrace the energy as he put the last touches on a four-hit effort. Ravishing Rivera Most career World Series saves Rank Player IP Saves 1. Mariano Rivera 33 10 2. Rollie Fingers 33 1/3 6 3. Allie Reynolds 77 1/3 4 Johnny Murphy 16 1/3 4 Robb Nen 7 2/3 4 John Wetteland 4 1/3 4 7. Herb Pennock 55 1/3 3 Tug McGraw 21 1/3 3 Firpo Marberry 12 3 Todd Worrel 11 2/3 3 Will McEnaney 11 1/3 3... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Mo making extra mile look routine Oct 30, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Mariano making extra mile look routine. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Parting Scott: All Collaros does is win Oct 26, 2009
That's very appropriate as Zach's home of Steubenville is also the home of Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers. While Zach doesn't have the mustache (and who'd want that thing anyway. (Cincinnati Sports -- Rivals.com)
University of Hawaii volleyball coach Shoji nears 1,000th win Oct 17, 2009
Shoji played football, basketball and baseball in high school and won his school's "Best Athlete Award" in 1964 over teammate and baseball Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers. Lived with an aunt in high school because parents (the late Chiz and Kobe) were sent to Iran and Puerto Rico by C. Brewer, then one of Hawai'i's "Big Five" companies. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Pens key » Oct 5, 2009
Great bullpens key to success in the postseason - ESPN. Originally Published: October 4, 2009. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Fielder enters books with Cooper in win Sep 14, 2009
Also on that roster were Hall of Famers Don Sutton, Rollie Fingers, Paul Molitor and Robin Yount. Fielder has a long way ago to go to reach that level of stature, but right now his 126 RBIs lead the National League by two over Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
ElRoy Face and his signature forkball pioneered the role of closer Sep 13, 2009
Five relief pitchers are in the Hall of Fame -- Hoyt Wilhelm, Rollie Fingers, Bruce Sutter, Dennis Eckersley and Rich Gossage. Mr. Face never got as much as 20 percent of the vote in his years of eligibility. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Soria looks old-school with six-out save Sep 2, 2009
Shades of Rollie Fingers or Goose Gossage, back when closers thought nothing of going two or three innings. Soria had not pitched in eight days and was due for at least one inning in this game, just to get some work. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
FSL's first Hall of Fame class stocked with stars Aug 18, 2009
Johnny Bench, 1965 Tampa Tarpons; Rod Carew, 1965 Orlando Twins; Gary Carter, 1972 West Palm Beach Expos; Rollie Fingers, 1965 Leesburg Athletics; James "Catfish" Hunter, 1964 Daytona Islanders; Ferguson Jenkins, 1962/1963 Miami Marlins; Al Lopez, 1925/1926 Tampa Smokers; Eddie Murray, 1974 Miami Orioles; Stan Musial, 1940 Daytona Islanders; Jim Palmer, 1967/1968 Miami Marlins; Cal Ripken Jr., 1979 Miami Orioles; Nolan Ryan, 1967 Winter Haven Mets; Joe Tinker, 1921 Orlando Tigers; Early Wynn,... (Florida Today)
Athletics retire Hendersons number Aug 2, 2009
Henderson became the fifth Oakland player to have his number retired by the team, joining Dennis Eckersley (43), Rollie Fingers (34), Catfish Hunter (27) and Reggie Jackson (9). Also on NBCSports. (MSNBC -- Sports)
At long last, Rickey's number to be retired Jul 30, 2009
"I've loved the fans everywhere I've been, but Oakland fans are different. They know me better than anyone, and they appreciate me more because I'm from where they're from. I'm one of them. "To be back there and be honored, to go up there with Reggie and [fellow Hall of Fame players] Catfish [Hunter] and Rollie Fingers, all the greats, it's a pleasure. An honor. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Stadium seeing an unusual surge of power Jul 28, 2009
A statement released by the GreenJackets said Klesko will make his appearance at Friday's home game, with a portion of ticket sales going to support the Family Y. Klesko will sign autographs before the game, throw out the ceremonial first pitch and contribute to a silent auction that will feature autographed memorabilia from Rollie Fingers, Carlton Fisk, Al Kaline, Bob Feller, Pete Rose, Cal Ripken Jr., Brooks Robinson, Harmon Killebrew and Jim Palmer. GOOD TO BE BAD : The GreenJackets entered... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Boggs wades into a discussion, wants Sox to retire his number Jul 26, 2009
What might have been Rollie Fingers spent his Hall of Fame career with the A s, Padres, and Brewers, but Fingers and Joe Rudi were Red Sox for three days after A s owner Charles O. Finley sold them to the Sox for $1 million each in 1976. The deal was reversed by commissioner Bowie Kuhn, who cited the best interests of baseball. (Boston Globe)
Rice hits the links for Hall golf tourney Jul 26, 2009
"One thing I liked about Jim Rice was he always walked real slow back to the dugout after I struck him out," said Rollie Fingers, who added that he cherished that moment because it didn't happen too often. Carlton Fisk 00002D2C remembered the resignation Henderson inspired in a defense that tried to keep him glued to first base. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Knights hope a little facial hair goes a long ways Jul 24, 2009
Others like senior Kyle McCann are growing a mustache that let s just say won t make Rollie Fingers or Dennis Eckersley jealous. Throughout the course of the year we are a little strict on appearance, Newman coach Tony Adams said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Which D-Backs stay; which will go? Jul 3, 2009
Which D-Backs stay; which will go. Which D-Backs stay; which will go. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Zavada trounces adversity to fit in 'pen Jul 2, 2009
His facial hair, which is comparable to the mustache Hall of Fame pitcher Rollie Fingers once sported, thrust him into the spotlight when he was recalled from Double-A Mobile on May 12. But with the way he has pitched, that focus will soon be turning to his pitching. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Robinson on board for All-Star 5K Jun 30, 2009
He will be at the finish line to hand out medals and handshakes to fans, joining fellow Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers and former Cardinals outfielder Vince Coleman on the "reception committee.". The official race starter will be yet another Cooperstown resident, Lou Brock. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Rivera closes out 500th career save Jun 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009. Posted on: Monday, June 29, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Star trio to participate in All-Star fun run Jun 26, 2009
The first All-Star Charity 5K un, presented by Sports Authority and Nike, got a little star power on Thursday, as it was announced that Hall of Famer Lou Brock will be the official starter, while Hall of Famers Rollie Fingers and Brooks Robinson as well as former Cardinal Vince Coleman will be handing out medals and congratulating fans as they cross the finish line. The event will take place at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Sunday, July 12, as part of the MLB All-Star Summer program. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Oakland overcomes its mirror image Jun 21, 2009
He also recorded two hits, the first Oakland reliever to do so in one game since Rollie Fingers on May 10, 1970, against Boston. The A's scored three in the fourth against Wade LeBlanc, who was making his first big-league start of the season. (San Francisco Chronicle)
A's prevail despite Outman's injury Jun 20, 2009
Gonzalez was also 2-for-2 at the plate, which made him the first Oakland reliever to get two hits since Rollie Fingers did so in 1970. Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff hit a two-run single off Oakland reliever Russ Springer to give San Diego a 5-3 lead in the sixth inning. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Simmons: The wonder years Jun 20, 2009
1969-1976: The sport began to assume its current form -- all kinds of ethnicities and offensive players (speed guys, power guys, you name it); the dawn of semimodern closers, like Rollie Fingers; teams, like the Big Red Machine, that valued OBP as much as power and speed; even a first taste of overpaid stars mailing in seasons with Bobby Bonds and Richie (a. k.a. Dick) Allen. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Hits keep coming for A's pitchers Jun 20, 2009
Gonzalez was 2-for-2 at the plate, which made him the first Oakland reliever to get two hits since Rollie Fingers did so in 1970. Gonzalez entered the game in the second inning when starter Josh Outman exited with a strain in his left arm. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Zavada's mustache a hit in the desert May 29, 2009
Recently he's begun to twist the ends so that it has begun to look like Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers' handlebar mustache. "It's amazing," Zavada said of the attention. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Jared's Journal: Brewers a most cordial crew Apr 16, 2009
Alongside Brewers greats Hank Aaron, Rollie Fingers, Robin Yount, Paul Molitor s retired numbers sits the No. 42 high above Miller Park. On Wednesday, every player in the Major Leagues wore jerseys with the No. 42 on it, commemorating Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier 62 years ago. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Inbox: What will Samardzija do in Triple-A Apr 10, 2009
29, Minnesota Twins and California Angels); Rollie Fingers (No. 34, Oakland Athletics and Brewers); Carlton Fisk (No. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
No set role for Brewers' McClung Mar 6, 2009
Both were starters, but Bosio remembers getting a call before the 1986 season with news that future Hall of Famer Rollie Fingers was retiring. He and Plesac would report to camp to compete for the closer's role. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
