Pitcher Born-4-17-63, Tallahassee Ht.-6-3, Wt.-195 Bats-R, Throws-R
1987-Assumed closer role for Sox in second half of season and led staff with 16 saves while posting earned run average of 2.73. . . . Nine of 16 saves came in September/October and his strong finish was one of the keys to the club`s late flourish. . . . Tied for sixth in the league in saves despite not earning his second save until July 31.
Career highlights-In 1986, had longest scoreless innings streak for Sox
(28 1/3). . . . Recorded saves in seven consecutive opportunities. . . . First major league save came Aug. 17, 1986 against Milwaukee. . . . Earned his first big league win Sept. 12, 1986 against California.
Personal/Miscellaneous-Selected fourth by Sox in June, 1985, draft.
Year Club W-L ERA IP BB SO
1986 Sox 2-0 1.77 35 2/3 12 20
1987 Sox 7-5 2.73 89.0 24 52
Tot. 9-5 .643 124 36 72
