This Day in Red Sox History – March 23
March 23rd is the birthday of arguably one of the best first baseman in Red Sox history! Happy Birthday to George "Boomer" Scott who was born March 23, 1944 in Greenville, MIssissippi. To read more about George "Boomer" Scott visit his official website here.
Information taken from the official website.
Career highlights and awards
- 3× All-Star selection (1966, 1975, 1977)
- 8× Gold Glove Award winner (1967, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976)
- Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame
George Scott First baseman Born: March 23, 1944 (age 68)
Greenville, MississippiBatted: Right Threw: Right MLB debut April 12, 1966 for the Boston Red Sox Last MLB appearance September 27, 1979 for the New York Yankees Career statistics Batting average .268 Home runs 271 Runs batted in 1,051