Steven Eugene Swisher

Position: Catcher
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 2", Weight: 205 lb.

Born: August 9, 1951 in Parkersburg, WV
High School: South HS (Parkerburg, WV)
School: Ohio University (Athens, OH)
Drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 1st round (21st pick) of the 1973 amateur draft.
Signed June 20, 1973. (All Transactions)
Debut: June 14, 1974 (Age 22)   vs. HOU 4 AB, 1 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
Teams (by GP): Cubs/Cardinals/Padres 1974-1982

Final Game: September 26, 1982 (Age 31)   vs. ATL 2 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
Relatives: Father of Nick Swisher
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