Richard Elliott Dotson (Rich)

Position: Pitcher
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 1", Weight: 190 lb.

Born: January 10, 1959 in Cincinnati, OH
High School: Anderson HS (Cincinnati, OH)
Drafted by the California Angels in the 1st round (7th pick) of the 1977 amateur draft. (All Transactions)
Debut: September 4, 1979 (Age 20)   vs. CAL 1.1 IP, 5 H, 0 SO, 2 BB, 5 ER
Teams (by GP): WhiteSox/Yankees/Royals 1979-1990

Final Game: June 5, 1990 (Age 31)
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