Tony Kubek
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1959 Topps
Anthony Christopher Kubek
- Bats Left, Throws Right
- Height 6' 3", Weight 191 lb.
- Debut April 20, 1957
- Final Game October 3, 1965
- Born October 12, 1935 in Milwaukee, WI USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Tony Kubek was a long-time broadcaster, teamed with Joe Garagiola for many years for NBC's Saturday afternoon Game of the Week. He also broadcast games for the Toronto Blue Jays.
Kubek played in six World Series, but missed the 1964 World Series through injury. His place on the Yankees' roster for the Series was taken by first baseman Mike Hegan.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1957 AL Rookie of the Year Award
- 3-time AL All-Star (1958, 1959 & 1961)
- Won three World Series with the New York Yankees (1958, 1961 & 1962)
| AL Rookie of the Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1956 | 1957 | 1958 |
| Luis Aparicio | Tony Kubek | Albie Pearson |
