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Alfred Manuel Martin Jr. (May 16, 1928 – December 25, 1989), commonly called "Billy", was an American Major League Baseball second baseman and manager who, in addition to leading other teams, was five times the manager of the New York Yankees. First known as a scrappy infielder who made considerable contributions to the championship Yankee ...
Mar 5, 2020 · Billy Martin had become ingrained in the history of the New York Yankees for the past four decades. The former second baseman, and five time manager, died on Christmas Day in 1989 in a single...
Check out the latest Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More of Billy Martin. Get info about his position, age, height, weight, draft status, bats, throws, school and more on Baseball-reference.com.
Dec 19, 2022 · Former Yankees infielder and manager Billy Martin is dead at the age of 61. We best remember Martin for his antics on and off the field, kicking dirt on umpires, barroom brawls, and of course...
Billy Martin (born May 16, 1928, Berkeley, Calif., U.S.—died Dec. 25, 1989, near Fenton, N.Y.) was an American professional baseball player and manager whose leadership transformed teams on the field, but whose outspokenness and pugnacity made him the centre of controversy.
Dec 25, 2021 · Former Yankees infielder and manager Billy Martin is dead at the age of 61. ...more. Eyewitness News anchor Greg Hurst began Eyewitness News at 5 with the news that shocked so many on Christmas...
Dec 7, 2017 · Following the 40 th anniversary of Martin's 1977 World Series championship as manager of the New York Yankees, Billy adds new details and dimension to Martin's life, giving insight into what contributed to his success, turmoil and heartbreak both on and off the field.
Nov 30, 2023 · Billy Martin, a prominent figure in the world of baseball, made a significant impact both as a player for the New York Yankees during the 1950s and as a manager for five different major-league teams. Known for his brash, bold, and fearless approach, Martin was a fierce competitor who left an indelible mark on the sport.
Billy Martin won five division titles (with four franchises), two pennants and one World Series in 16 seasons as a manager.
Arrogant and abrasive, Billy Martin was at his best under pressure - on the field. But in the clubhouse or in a bar, he became baseball's poster boy for self-destruction.
