The Secret Weapon
On this day in 1988 - Jose became the first non-pitcher in 20 seasons to get a decision, taking the loss in the 19th inning when Ken Griffey, Sr. hit a two-out, two-run double that led the Atlanta Braves over the St. Louis Cardinals 7-5. That same year, he also became the first National League player since 1918 to play all nine positions in one season.
Oquendo established single-season major league records for the highest fielding percentage (.996) and fewest errors by a second baseman (three) in 1990. He also led the league in fielding in 1989 and compiled a .992 fielding average at second base for his career. Somehow, the eternal jackass, Ryne Sandberg, managed to beat him out for the Gold Glove in both years. I really hate that guy.
With a lifetime ERA of 12.00, 2 strikeouts, and 9 walks, Jose never gave up a home run. In fact, in the aforementioned game, he struck out Deion Sanders ... looking. He he. If only it had been Ryne Sandberg and Jose intentionally beaned him in the nasal cavity...
On this day in 1988 - Jose became the first non-pitcher in 20 seasons to get a decision, taking the loss in the 19th inning when Ken Griffey, Sr. hit a two-out, two-run double that led the Atlanta Braves over the St. Louis Cardinals 7-5. That same year, he also became the first National League player since 1918 to play all nine positions in one season.
Oquendo established single-season major league records for the highest fielding percentage (.996) and fewest errors by a second baseman (three) in 1990. He also led the league in fielding in 1989 and compiled a .992 fielding average at second base for his career. Somehow, the eternal jackass, Ryne Sandberg, managed to beat him out for the Gold Glove in both years. I really hate that guy.
With a lifetime ERA of 12.00, 2 strikeouts, and 9 walks, Jose never gave up a home run. In fact, in the aforementioned game, he struck out Deion Sanders ... looking. He he. If only it had been Ryne Sandberg and Jose intentionally beaned him in the nasal cavity...
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One of my favorite TV programs of all time was "The Quest for Cooperstown," a show on ESPN where the Sklar brothers attempt to get The Secret Weapon into the Hall of Fame.
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