Willie Randolph
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Willie Larry Randolph
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 166 lb.
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[edit] Biographical Information
Willie Randolph was the New York Yankees captain from 1986-1988. After over a decade as a coach with the Yankees, the former second baseman went across town and became manager of the New York Mets in 2005. He was fired on June 17, 2008 along with pitching coach Rick Peterson and first base coach Tom Nieto, with the team in fourth place at 34-35.
Randolph's brother Terry was a defensive back in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 1976 Topps All-Star Rookie Team
- 6-time All-Star (1976, 1977, 1980, 1981, 1987 & 1989)
- AL Silver Slugger Award (1980)
- AL Bases on Balls Leader (1980)
- Won two World Series with the New York Yankees (1977 & 1978; he did not play in the 1978 World Series)
- Division Titles: 1 (2006)
| Preceded by Art Howe | New York Mets Manager 2005-2008 | Succeeded by Jerry Manuel |
[edit] Year-By-Year Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | New York Mets | National League | 83-79 | 3rd | New York Mets | ||
| 2006 | New York Mets | National League | 97-65 | 1st | New York Mets | Lost NLCS | |
| 2007 | New York Mets | National League | 88-74 | 2nd | New York Mets | ||
| 2008 | New York Mets | National League | 34-35 | -- | New York Mets | replaced by Jerry Manuel on June 17 |
