Tony York
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Tony Batton York
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 10", Weight 165 lb.
- Debut April 18, 1944
- Final Game June 25, 1944
- Born November 27, 1912 in Irene, TX USA
- Died April 18, 1970 in Hillsboro, TX USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Infielder Tony York played pro ball from 1933 to 1956, missing the 1945 season due to military service. He led the 1937 Texas League with 46 2B and the 1943 American Association with 187 hits. Overall he had 2,563 minor league hits, 476 2B, 158 HR, and 113 SB to go with his .269 minor league average.
[edit] Year-by-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | Texarkana Bears | Big State League | 82-65 | 3rd | none | Lost in 1st round |
| 1953 | Crowley Millers | Evangeline League | 84-54 | 1st | none | Lost in 1st round |
| 1954 | Crowley Millers | Evangeline League | 77-63 | 3rd | none | Lost League Finals |
| 1955 | Odessa Eagles | Longhorn League | 51-86 | 8th | none | |
| 1956 | Ballinger Westerners | Southwestern League | 73-69 | 6th | none | |
| 1957 | Ballinger Westerners | Southwestern League | 69-56 | 2nd | none | none |
| 1958 | Carlsbad Potashers | Sophomore League | 55-65 | 5th | Chicago Cubs |
