Bob Bailor
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Robert Michael Bailor
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 170 lb.
- Debut September 6, 1975
- Final Game October 6, 1985
- Born July 10, 1951 in Connellsville, PA USA
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[edit] Biographical Information
Known for his speed and for being difficult to strike out, Bob Bailor played more than a decade in the majors.
Originally an infielder, Bailor was originally signed by the Baltimore Orioles in 1969 but struggled to break into the big league lineup that included Brooks Robinson, Bobby Grich, and Mark Belanger. He was first pick of the Toronto Blue Jays in the 1976 expansion draft and, after being moved to the outfield, hit .310 for the club in 1977. After being named the Jays Player of the Year in his first two seasons there, he began to struggle at the plate, and by 1980, he was primarily a utility player. A brief attempt to turn him into a relief pitcher (3 appearances, all in August of 1980) was not successful.
After the 1980 season, Bailor was traded to the New York Mets, where he spent three seasons primarily coming off the bench. He was then traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Sid Fernandez. After seeing limited playing time in two seasons there, he retired.
Following his playing days, Bailor managed several seasons in the Blue Jays organization and was the team's first base coach from 1992 to 1995.
[edit] Notable Achievements
[edit] Minor League Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Dunedin Blue Jays | Florida State League | 76-64 | 5th (t) | Toronto Blue Jays | |
| 1988 | Syracuse Chiefs | International League | 70-71 | 3rd | Toronto Blue Jays | |
| 1989 | Syracuse Chiefs | International League | 83-62 | 1st | Toronto Blue Jays | Lost League Finals |
| 1990 | Syracuse Chiefs | International League | 62-83 | 6th | Toronto Blue Jays | |
| 1991 | Syracuse Chiefs | International League | 73-71 | 6th | Toronto Blue Jays |
