George Charles Scott (Boomer)

Positions: First Baseman and Third Baseman
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 2", Weight: 200 lb.

Born: March 23, 1944 in Greenville, MS
High School: Coleman HS (Greenville, MS)
Signed by the Boston Red Sox as an amateur free agent in 1962. (All Transactions)
Debut: April 12, 1966 (Age 22)   vs. BAL 4 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 1 RBI, 0 SB
Teams (by GP): RedSox/Brewers/Royals/Yankees 1966-1979

Final Game: September 27, 1979 (Age 35)   vs. CLE 4 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
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