Bill Virdon
From BR Bullpen
William Charles Virdon
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Height 6' 0", Weight 175 lb.
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[edit] Biographical Information
- 1954 International League Batting Champion (AAA)
- 1992 Roving outfield instructor Pittsburgh Pirates
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1955 NL Rookie of the Year Award
- NL Gold Glove Winner (1962)
- NL Triples Leader (1962)
- Won a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1960
- 2-time ML Manager of the Year Award (1974 & 1980)
- Division Titles: 2 (1972 & 1980)
- Other post-season appearances: 1 (1981 split-season)
| NL Rookie of the Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 1955 | 1956 |
| Wally Moon | Bill Virdon | Frank Robinson |
| Preceded by Danny Murtaugh | Pittsburgh Pirates Manager 1972-1973 | Succeeded by Danny Murtaugh |
| Preceded by Ralph Houk | New York Yankees Manager 1974-1975 | Succeeded by Billy Martin |
| Preceded by Preston Gomez | Houston Astros Manager 1975-1982 | Succeeded by Bob Lillis |
| Preceded by Jim Fanning | Montreal Expos Manager 1983-1984 | Succeeded by Jim Fanning |
[edit] Year-by-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Williamsport Mets | Eastern League | 68-72 | 4th | New York Mets | |
| 1967 | Jacksonville Suns | International League | 66-73 | 5th | New York Mets |
