Features on each member of the 1990 Texas Rangers farm system
Complete:
- AAA - Oklahoma City 89ers (31)
- AA - Tulsa Drillers (34)
- High-A - Port Charlotte Rangers (30)
- Single-A - Gastonia Rangers (31)
- Rookie - Butte Copper Kings (30)
Oklahoma City 89ers (31)
1 - Gerald Alexander, Perfect Inning
Gerald Alexander picked up a 13th-inning win in 1992. He played in three major league seasons.
2 - Brad Arnsberg, Showed Some Poise
Brad Arnsberg showed poise with the Yankees in 1987. He played in six major league seasons.
3 - John Barfield, Challenged Them
John Barfield challenged them in rare start for the Rangers in 1991, then picked up the win. Played in three major league seasons.
4 - Mike Berger, Working His Trade
Mike Berger worked away in the minors for a decade plus. He later became a Diamondbacks scout.
5 - Nick Capra, Made It
Nick Capra took advantage of a bad pick off as a rookie. He played in 45 major league games over five seasons.
6 - Pat Dodson, Impressive Spring
Pat Dodson hit well in the spring of 1987. He made the Red Sox that season and in two others.
1 - Gerald Alexander, Perfect Inning
Gerald Alexander picked up a 13th-inning win in 1992. He played in three major league seasons.
2 - Brad Arnsberg, Showed Some Poise
Brad Arnsberg showed poise with the Yankees in 1987. He played in six major league seasons.
3 - John Barfield, Challenged Them
John Barfield challenged them in rare start for the Rangers in 1991, then picked up the win. Played in three major league seasons.
4 - Mike Berger, Working His Trade
Mike Berger worked away in the minors for a decade plus. He later became a Diamondbacks scout.
5 - Nick Capra, Made It
Nick Capra took advantage of a bad pick off as a rookie. He played in 45 major league games over five seasons.
6 - Pat Dodson, Impressive Spring
Pat Dodson hit well in the spring of 1987. He made the Red Sox that season and in two others.
7 - Dick Egan, Evaluation Skills
Dick Egan had an unorthodox method of helping Bobby Witt as a coach for the Rangers. Now a special assistant to the Tigers general manager.
8 - Dave Engle, Best Shot
Dave Engle got lessons from Ted Williams. He then played in nine major league seasons.
9 - Pat Garman, That Night
Pat Garman once hit four home runs in one night. In five seasons, he hit only 16 others. He never made the bigs.
10 - Juan Gonzalez, Contract Hitter
Juan Gonzalez lived up to one big contract. He then famously turned down another.
11 - Gary Green, With It
Gary Green tried to stay positive at AAA. He made the majors in five seasons.
12 - Jack Hardy, His Job
Jack Hardy worked at a supermarket in college. He later worked as baseball player, plus five games with the White Sox.
13 - Ray Hayward, Best Shot
Ray Hayward waited his turn, then got his call up to the Padres. He later became a college coach.
14 - John Hoover, Some Only Dream
John Hoover threw good pitches and bad in his career. One in the 1984 gold medal game was a bad one.
15 - Stan Hough, Career in Baseball
Stan Hough delivered promotion news as minor league manager. He never got the big promotion himself.
16 - Bryan House, Only Problem
Bryan House was a catalyst for his Peoria team. It was enough to make AAA, but not the majors.
17 - Steve Lankard, His Personality
Steve Lankard's knee was in pieces. He came back, but he couldn't get to the majors.
18 - David Lynch, Curve Worked
David Lynch's curve served him well and got him to AAA for seven seasons. It never got him to the majors.
19 - Craig McMurtry, See Why
Craig McMurtry had a great rookie year with the Braves, a bad final year with the Astros.
20 - Gar Millay, Good Ballplayer
Gar Millay was remembered as a strong ballplayer, strong under pressure. He passed away in 2011 from cancer.
21 - David Miller, Complete Game
David Miller made AAA Oklahoma City, but he never made the majors.
22 - Robo Niner, Baseball Head
Robo Niner was Oklahoma City's new mascot in 1990. He also wasn't from Oklahoma.
23 - Dean Palmer, More Relaxed
Dean Palmer got more relaxed, started playing his game. He also started hitting home runs.
24 - Mark Petkovsek, Showing His Age
Mark Petkovsek played in nine major league seasons. He tried a comeback in 2003, but didn't make it.
25 - Ray Ramirez, Mets Trainer
Mets trainer Ray Ramirez spent his early days training in the minors, including at Oklahoma City.
26 - Kevin Reimer, A Lot of Interest
Kevin Reimer opened up eyes playing at AA Tulsa. He went on to open eyes in six major league seasons.
27 - John Russell, Big Enough Thrill
John Russell caught Nolan Ryan's sixth no-hitter, then went on to manage the Pirates.
28 - Jeff Satzinger, Errant Pitch
Jeff Satzinger helped spark his AA team to a win through errant pitch in 1989. He never could do so in the majors.
29 - Steve Smith, Did A Lot
Steve Smith has been a player, a manager and an Amazing Race contestant.
30 - Bernie Tatis, Dominican Prospect
Bernie Tatis first played as a pro at age 19. He rose through the minors to hit AAA, but he never made the majors.
31 - Ron Washington, Playing Options
Ron Washington waited on his coaching career. It eventually took him nearly to the top of the game.
Dick Egan had an unorthodox method of helping Bobby Witt as a coach for the Rangers. Now a special assistant to the Tigers general manager.
8 - Dave Engle, Best Shot
Dave Engle got lessons from Ted Williams. He then played in nine major league seasons.
9 - Pat Garman, That Night
Pat Garman once hit four home runs in one night. In five seasons, he hit only 16 others. He never made the bigs.
10 - Juan Gonzalez, Contract Hitter
Juan Gonzalez lived up to one big contract. He then famously turned down another.
11 - Gary Green, With It
Gary Green tried to stay positive at AAA. He made the majors in five seasons.
12 - Jack Hardy, His Job
Jack Hardy worked at a supermarket in college. He later worked as baseball player, plus five games with the White Sox.
13 - Ray Hayward, Best Shot
Ray Hayward waited his turn, then got his call up to the Padres. He later became a college coach.
14 - John Hoover, Some Only Dream
John Hoover threw good pitches and bad in his career. One in the 1984 gold medal game was a bad one.
15 - Stan Hough, Career in Baseball
Stan Hough delivered promotion news as minor league manager. He never got the big promotion himself.
16 - Bryan House, Only Problem
Bryan House was a catalyst for his Peoria team. It was enough to make AAA, but not the majors.
17 - Steve Lankard, His Personality
Steve Lankard's knee was in pieces. He came back, but he couldn't get to the majors.
18 - David Lynch, Curve Worked
David Lynch's curve served him well and got him to AAA for seven seasons. It never got him to the majors.
19 - Craig McMurtry, See Why
Craig McMurtry had a great rookie year with the Braves, a bad final year with the Astros.
20 - Gar Millay, Good Ballplayer
Gar Millay was remembered as a strong ballplayer, strong under pressure. He passed away in 2011 from cancer.
21 - David Miller, Complete Game
David Miller made AAA Oklahoma City, but he never made the majors.
22 - Robo Niner, Baseball Head
Robo Niner was Oklahoma City's new mascot in 1990. He also wasn't from Oklahoma.
23 - Dean Palmer, More Relaxed
Dean Palmer got more relaxed, started playing his game. He also started hitting home runs.
24 - Mark Petkovsek, Showing His Age
Mark Petkovsek played in nine major league seasons. He tried a comeback in 2003, but didn't make it.
25 - Ray Ramirez, Mets Trainer
Mets trainer Ray Ramirez spent his early days training in the minors, including at Oklahoma City.
26 - Kevin Reimer, A Lot of Interest
Kevin Reimer opened up eyes playing at AA Tulsa. He went on to open eyes in six major league seasons.
27 - John Russell, Big Enough Thrill
John Russell caught Nolan Ryan's sixth no-hitter, then went on to manage the Pirates.
28 - Jeff Satzinger, Errant Pitch
Jeff Satzinger helped spark his AA team to a win through errant pitch in 1989. He never could do so in the majors.
29 - Steve Smith, Did A Lot
Steve Smith has been a player, a manager and an Amazing Race contestant.
30 - Bernie Tatis, Dominican Prospect
Bernie Tatis first played as a pro at age 19. He rose through the minors to hit AAA, but he never made the majors.
31 - Ron Washington, Playing Options
Ron Washington waited on his coaching career. It eventually took him nearly to the top of the game.
Tulsa Drillers (32)
1 - Steve Allen, Looked Great
Steve Allen just looked to be consistent. He never made the bigs.
2 - Brant Alyea, Looked Like
Brant Alyea followed his dad, but not in the usual way.
3 - Jeff Andrews, Relationships Developed
Jeff Andrews has built relationships over three decades.
4 - Kevin Belcher, Instructed Them
Kevin Belcher instructed AA Jackson on an unwritten rule.
5 - Phil Bryant, Play Great
Phil Bryant signed with the Rangers out of college. He never made the bigs.
6 - Paco Burgos, Only One
Paco Burgos helped his team to the Florida State League title. He never made the bigs.
7 - Felipe Castillo, Too Much
Felipe Castillo played with future major leaguers, but he wasn't one himself.
8 - Everett Cunningham, Could Pitch
Everett Cunningham improved at single-A Gastonia, but not enough to make the majors
9 - Monty Fariss, Some Advantages
Monty Fariss hoped to make the bigs as a shortstop.
10 - Darrin Garner, Coming Along
1 - Steve Allen, Looked Great
Steve Allen just looked to be consistent. He never made the bigs.
2 - Brant Alyea, Looked Like
Brant Alyea followed his dad, but not in the usual way.
3 - Jeff Andrews, Relationships Developed
Jeff Andrews has built relationships over three decades.
4 - Kevin Belcher, Instructed Them
Kevin Belcher instructed AA Jackson on an unwritten rule.
5 - Phil Bryant, Play Great
Phil Bryant signed with the Rangers out of college. He never made the bigs.
6 - Paco Burgos, Only One
Paco Burgos helped his team to the Florida State League title. He never made the bigs.
7 - Felipe Castillo, Too Much
Felipe Castillo played with future major leaguers, but he wasn't one himself.
8 - Everett Cunningham, Could Pitch
Everett Cunningham improved at single-A Gastonia, but not enough to make the majors
9 - Monty Fariss, Some Advantages
Monty Fariss hoped to make the bigs as a shortstop.
10 - Darrin Garner, Coming Along
Darrin Garner's hitting came along. He made AAA, then became a coach.
11 - Greg Harrel, Listened To
Greg Harrel could trace his career back to a childhood visit to see the Rangers.
12 - Donald Harris, Run Down
Donald Harris made the majors, tried for the NFL.
13 - Bill Haselman, Best Job
Bill Haselman could catch a knuckleball.
14 - Tom Henke, Good Memories
Tom Henke gathered many good memories over his long major league career.
15 - Jim Hvizda, Will Rot
'Jim Hvizda will rot in prison for the rest of his life, and after that he will rot in hell for the cold-blooded killing of my daughter'
16 - Greg Iavarone, Returned To
Greg Iavarone returned after two seasons away. He never made the bigs.
17 - David Lynch, Curve Worked
David Lynch's curve worked well, but not enough to get him to the bigs.
18 - Terry Mathews, Real Big
Terry Mathews found his comeback major league win almost better than his first.
19 - Rob Maurer, First Season
Rob Maurer hit nearly .400 in his first minors season. He made 21 major league games.
20 - Eric McCray, Trade Talk
Eric McCray was considered in a trade to the Cubs. He never made the bigs.
21 - Dean Palmer, More Relaxed
Dean Palmer became more relaxed, then hit home runs.
22 - Roger Pavlik, Threw Strikes
Roger Pavlik threw strikes and made a major league All-Star team.
23 - Dan Peltier, Goals Achieved
Dan Peltier recalled goose bumps after a 1993 swing.
24 - Paul Postier, Felt Comfortable
Paul Postier felt comfortable playing at home, but never played in the bigs.
25 - Marv Rockman, Sidearm Delivery
Marv Rockman used his sidearm delivery to make AA, but not bigs.
26 - Dan Rohrmeier, Kid's Game
Dan Rohrmeier made the bigs after a decade in the minors.
27 - Wayne Rosenthal, His Stuff
Wayne Rosenthal helped coach the Marlins to the 2003 title.
28 - Cedric Shaw, Heckuva Game
Cedric Shaw pitched a heckuva game at single-A. He made AAA, but not bigs.
29 - Chris Shiflett, Very Frustrating
Chris Shiflett's injuries grew frustrating in seven minor league seasons.
30 - Mike Taylor, Final Frame
Mike Taylor pitched four seasons in the Rangers system. He never made the bigs.
31 - Mitch Thomas, Baseball History
Mitch Thomas played six pro seasons, later coached.
32 - Tommy Thompson, Old School
Tommy Thompson wanted his players to win.
33 - George Threadgill, Consistent Hitter
George Threadgill hit up the middle and the other way. He didn't hit for power. He also never made the majors.
34 - Walt Williams, Much Different
Walt Williams returned to the White Sox in 1988 as a coach.
11 - Greg Harrel, Listened To
Greg Harrel could trace his career back to a childhood visit to see the Rangers.
12 - Donald Harris, Run Down
Donald Harris made the majors, tried for the NFL.
13 - Bill Haselman, Best Job
Bill Haselman could catch a knuckleball.
14 - Tom Henke, Good Memories
Tom Henke gathered many good memories over his long major league career.
15 - Jim Hvizda, Will Rot
'Jim Hvizda will rot in prison for the rest of his life, and after that he will rot in hell for the cold-blooded killing of my daughter'
16 - Greg Iavarone, Returned To
Greg Iavarone returned after two seasons away. He never made the bigs.
17 - David Lynch, Curve Worked
David Lynch's curve worked well, but not enough to get him to the bigs.
18 - Terry Mathews, Real Big
Terry Mathews found his comeback major league win almost better than his first.
19 - Rob Maurer, First Season
Rob Maurer hit nearly .400 in his first minors season. He made 21 major league games.
20 - Eric McCray, Trade Talk
Eric McCray was considered in a trade to the Cubs. He never made the bigs.
21 - Dean Palmer, More Relaxed
Dean Palmer became more relaxed, then hit home runs.
22 - Roger Pavlik, Threw Strikes
Roger Pavlik threw strikes and made a major league All-Star team.
23 - Dan Peltier, Goals Achieved
Dan Peltier recalled goose bumps after a 1993 swing.
24 - Paul Postier, Felt Comfortable
Paul Postier felt comfortable playing at home, but never played in the bigs.
25 - Marv Rockman, Sidearm Delivery
Marv Rockman used his sidearm delivery to make AA, but not bigs.
26 - Dan Rohrmeier, Kid's Game
Dan Rohrmeier made the bigs after a decade in the minors.
27 - Wayne Rosenthal, His Stuff
Wayne Rosenthal helped coach the Marlins to the 2003 title.
28 - Cedric Shaw, Heckuva Game
Cedric Shaw pitched a heckuva game at single-A. He made AAA, but not bigs.
29 - Chris Shiflett, Very Frustrating
Chris Shiflett's injuries grew frustrating in seven minor league seasons.
30 - Mike Taylor, Final Frame
Mike Taylor pitched four seasons in the Rangers system. He never made the bigs.
31 - Mitch Thomas, Baseball History
Mitch Thomas played six pro seasons, later coached.
32 - Tommy Thompson, Old School
Tommy Thompson wanted his players to win.
33 - George Threadgill, Consistent Hitter
George Threadgill hit up the middle and the other way. He didn't hit for power. He also never made the majors.
34 - Walt Williams, Much Different
Walt Williams returned to the White Sox in 1988 as a coach.
Port Charlotte Rangers (30)
- Gerald Alexander threw perfect inning with Rangers; Saw bigs over three seasons, 6/12/22
- Rob Brown had his split-finger working in AAA start; Saw five pro seasons, missed bigs, 6/21/22
- Cris Colon remembered advice from late dad, concentrated harder; Made bigs for 14 games, 6/28/22
- Fidel Compres played decade in affiliated ball; Accidentally caused woman's death in 1994 shooting in Las Vegas, 6/29/22
- Doug Cronk hit homers at Gastonia, but couldn't keep it up; Saw three seasons, made high-A, 6/23/22
- Everett Cunningham got confidence back at single-A; Saw four pro seasons, made AA, 6/24/22
- Jeff Frye did what he needed to do to see eight ML seasons, hit for cycle; Later became agent, 7/2/22
- Bryan Gore proved consistent enough over four seasons to make AAA, 7/3/22
- Daren Hays went from brief pro career to long career as college coach, both in baseball and softball, 7/15/22
- Jose Hernandez arrived in bigs to play, then stayed for 15 seasons, became All-Star, 6/17/22
- Jeff Hubbard started as hitter, then turned pitcher, coach and minor league team executive, 7/11/22
- Jim Hvizda was sentenced to life in prison in 2012 for the murder of his estranged wife, 6/25/22
- Bobby Jones made bigs, then helped get others there as minors manager, 7/6/22
- Bill Losa got title, name alongside Puckett in JUCO World Series; Saw five pro seasons, made high-A, 7/12/22
- Barry Manuel came from humble beginnings to make majors over five seasons, 7/13/22
- Trey McCoy returned from early retirement to see nine pro seasons; Made AAA, 6/12/22
- Rod Morris got break, turned starter at AA; Saw six pro seasons, missed bigs, 6/11/22
- Robb Nen showed nerves in minors, then became a top bigs closer with Marlins, Giants, 6/18/22
- Darren Niethammer showed he could work with Rangers over six seasons; Made AA, 6/14/22
- Darren Oliver had good future in HS, then had some kind of career over two decades pitching in the majors, 7/10/22
- Jeff Oller started out with high hopes; Saw six seasons, briefly made AA, 6/9/22
- Roger Pavlik kept throwing strikes over seven major league seasons, made ML All-Star team, 6/26/22
- Jack Peel went undrafted, then had good summer game and signed; Saw five seasons, made high-A, 6/13/22
- David Perez took good with bad over eight pro seasons; Made AAA, missed bigs, 7/8/22
- Ivan Rodriguez expressed confidence before ML debut; Eventually saw 21 seasons, became among game's all-time best, 6/20/22
- Steve Rowley pitched well against top pick in 1990; Played six seasons, made AA, 6/18/22
- Luke Sable scored game-winner at AA on wild pitch; Saw seven pro seasons, made AAA, 7/4/22
- Fred Samson hit game-winner after bunt sign lifted at single-A; Saw seven pro seasons, made AA, 7/14/22
- Kyle Spencer picked up win in long relief at Gastonia; Saw four pro seasons, made high-A, 7/15/22
- Thayer Swain got playing time, swing bat well at single-A; Saw three seasons, made high-A, 6/19/22
Gastonia Rangers (31)
1 - Mike Arner, Hitting Spots
Mike Arner started strong in a July 1990 start at high-A. He played at AAA, but not in the majors.
2 - Eric Bickhardt, His Makeup
The Rangers liked Eric Bickhardt's makeup. He played four seasons as a pro.
3 - Travis Buckley, His Love
Travis Buckley got one last shot at playing. Got him into his 10th and final pro season. He never made the bigs.
4 - Mike Burton, Transferred Skills
Mike Burton used his baseball skills in seven seasons, then transferred them to golf.
5 - Jim Clinton, Kept Him
Jim Clinton learned to change positions. It got him to seven seasons, but not the bigs.
6 - Joey Eischen, Unusual Approach
Joey Eischen had an unusual approach. It got him into 10 major league seasons.
7 - Troy Eklund, Thought Double
Troy Eklund went from a brief career as a pro player to a career in broadcasting.
8 - Brian Evans, Into Perspective
Brian Evans pitched well, but he only pitched in three professional seasons.
9 - Jay Franklin, Deserved That
Jay Franklin has gone from a brief playing career to a long career as an agent.
10 - Orlando Gomez, Stayed Young
Orlando Gomez has stayed young for 50 years.
11 - John Graves, Save Earned
John Graves earned an April 1990 save. Pitched just two seasons as a pro.
12 - Perry Hill, Infield Guru
Grew into an infield guru as major league coach
13 - Jonathan Hurst, In Heaven
Jonathan Hurst stepped on his high school baseball field and was in heaven. Made bigs in two seasons.
14 - Joe Lewis, Cut Down
Joe Lewis cut a runner down at second in 1989. He played three seasons as a pro.
15 - Randy Marshall, Key Hit
Randy Marshall got the key hit in a 1991 high-A game. He played three seasons as a pro
16 - Buddy Micheu, His Officers
Buddy Micheu went from baseball to a career in law enforcement in New Orleans.
17 - Timmie Morrow, Slow Progress
Timmie Morrow helped the Port Charlotte Rangers to a 1992 win, but he never could help himself to the bigs.
18 - Craig Newkirk, Quiet Style
Craig Newkirk tried to lead by his actions. He played four seasons as a pro.
19 - Jose Oliva, Show People
Jose Oliva wanted to show he could play in the bigs. He played there in two seasons.
20 - Kenny Powell, One Run
Kenny Powell played five seasons as a pro. Since gone into another career: acting.
21 - Carl Randle, One Night
Carl Randle threw a no-hitter at Gastonia in 1990. He played five seasons, never made AA.
22 - Brian Romero, Felt Better
Brian Romero felt more relaxed with the lead. He played seven seasons, never made AAA.
23 - Ronaldo Romero, Lost Friend
Not long after his Gastonia photo was taken, Ronaldo Romero was gone. He was 19.
24 - Ramon Santiago, More Equipment
Ramon Santiago kept track of equipment. He later changed careers.
25 - Tony Scruggs, Same Feeling
Tony Scruggs' baseball fate was different than his old teammates Juan and Sammy.
26 - Brian Steiner, Hard Worker
Brian Steiner was a hard worker but he never made AA.
27 - Tom Tisdale, His Work
Tom Tisdale received recognition for his training work in 2005.
28 - Joey Wardlow, Was Hungry
Joey Wardlow helped his high school to a state championship. He played four seasons as a pro.
29 - Randy Whisler, Developed Them
Randy Whisler left pro baseball multiple times, only to return multiple times.
30 - Marvin White, School Career
Marvin White threw no-hitters in high school. Coached, but didn't play in the pros.
31 - Barry Winford, Crossed Paths
Barry Winford crossed paths with a Hall of Famer in spring training. He never made AA himself.
1 - Mike Arner, Hitting Spots
Mike Arner started strong in a July 1990 start at high-A. He played at AAA, but not in the majors.
2 - Eric Bickhardt, His Makeup
The Rangers liked Eric Bickhardt's makeup. He played four seasons as a pro.
3 - Travis Buckley, His Love
Travis Buckley got one last shot at playing. Got him into his 10th and final pro season. He never made the bigs.
4 - Mike Burton, Transferred Skills
Mike Burton used his baseball skills in seven seasons, then transferred them to golf.
5 - Jim Clinton, Kept Him
Jim Clinton learned to change positions. It got him to seven seasons, but not the bigs.
6 - Joey Eischen, Unusual Approach
Joey Eischen had an unusual approach. It got him into 10 major league seasons.
7 - Troy Eklund, Thought Double
Troy Eklund went from a brief career as a pro player to a career in broadcasting.
8 - Brian Evans, Into Perspective
Brian Evans pitched well, but he only pitched in three professional seasons.
9 - Jay Franklin, Deserved That
Jay Franklin has gone from a brief playing career to a long career as an agent.
10 - Orlando Gomez, Stayed Young
Orlando Gomez has stayed young for 50 years.
11 - John Graves, Save Earned
John Graves earned an April 1990 save. Pitched just two seasons as a pro.
12 - Perry Hill, Infield Guru
Grew into an infield guru as major league coach
13 - Jonathan Hurst, In Heaven
Jonathan Hurst stepped on his high school baseball field and was in heaven. Made bigs in two seasons.
14 - Joe Lewis, Cut Down
Joe Lewis cut a runner down at second in 1989. He played three seasons as a pro.
15 - Randy Marshall, Key Hit
Randy Marshall got the key hit in a 1991 high-A game. He played three seasons as a pro
16 - Buddy Micheu, His Officers
Buddy Micheu went from baseball to a career in law enforcement in New Orleans.
17 - Timmie Morrow, Slow Progress
Timmie Morrow helped the Port Charlotte Rangers to a 1992 win, but he never could help himself to the bigs.
18 - Craig Newkirk, Quiet Style
Craig Newkirk tried to lead by his actions. He played four seasons as a pro.
19 - Jose Oliva, Show People
Jose Oliva wanted to show he could play in the bigs. He played there in two seasons.
20 - Kenny Powell, One Run
Kenny Powell played five seasons as a pro. Since gone into another career: acting.
21 - Carl Randle, One Night
Carl Randle threw a no-hitter at Gastonia in 1990. He played five seasons, never made AA.
22 - Brian Romero, Felt Better
Brian Romero felt more relaxed with the lead. He played seven seasons, never made AAA.
23 - Ronaldo Romero, Lost Friend
Not long after his Gastonia photo was taken, Ronaldo Romero was gone. He was 19.
24 - Ramon Santiago, More Equipment
Ramon Santiago kept track of equipment. He later changed careers.
25 - Tony Scruggs, Same Feeling
Tony Scruggs' baseball fate was different than his old teammates Juan and Sammy.
26 - Brian Steiner, Hard Worker
Brian Steiner was a hard worker but he never made AA.
27 - Tom Tisdale, His Work
Tom Tisdale received recognition for his training work in 2005.
28 - Joey Wardlow, Was Hungry
Joey Wardlow helped his high school to a state championship. He played four seasons as a pro.
29 - Randy Whisler, Developed Them
Randy Whisler left pro baseball multiple times, only to return multiple times.
30 - Marvin White, School Career
Marvin White threw no-hitters in high school. Coached, but didn't play in the pros.
31 - Barry Winford, Crossed Paths
Barry Winford crossed paths with a Hall of Famer in spring training. He never made AA himself.
Butte Copper Kings (30)
- Greg Blevins had a big day in college; Played two pro seasons, made single-A, 8/25/20
- Terry Burrows critiqued himself after AAA outing, then made bigs over four seasons, 8/21/20
- Rodney Busha won his second pro game late in 1990, didn't win another; Played a single season, 8/3/20
- Jose Cardona pitched well over two seasons, but an injury ended his career, 7/30/20
- Miguel Castellano helped his team remain in 1991 playoff race; Saw five seasons, made AA, 8/1/20
- Steve Dreyer didn't expect to be drafted; He then made the majors over two seasons, 8/30/20
- Scott Erickson threw strikes in college; Unlike other player with same name, he saw two pro seasons, made single-A, 8/11/20
- Chris Gies made AA, didn't want to get too excited; Played four pro seasons, didn't make bigs, 8/10/20
- Rusty Greer hustled his way to nine big league seasons, all with the Rangers, 8/28/20
- Todd Guggiana played four pro seasons, then used his experience in a new career, as a scout, 8/2/20
- David Hulse became a major league hitter over five seasons; Later tried return from injury, 9/4/20
- Paul Matachun played multiple positions over three seasons, made single-A, 8/23/20
- Malvin Matos felt good at independent Alexandria; Played 14 pro seasons, never made bigs, 7/30/20
- Brian Mercado hit well his first season; Learned his second wouldn't happen from team official on golf cart, 8/15/20
- Brian Mouton used his ability to play professionally over two seasons; Played in rookie ball, 8/14/20
- Keith Murray lost nearly his entire first season to injury, played in just one more, 8/28/20
- Danny Patterson got drafted in the 47th round, then made bigs over nine seasons, 9/5/20
- Shannon Penn made the bigs and got to see the big boys play; Played there himself over nine games, 9/6/20
- Marty Posey came back strong with single-A Gastonia in 1991; Played two pro seasons, 8/30/20
- Scott Ramharter realized his dream by playing as pro; Career ended quickly with shoulder issue, later became coach, 8/4/20
- Victor Reyes played four pro seasons at catcher, made high-A; Hit home run in independent ball, 8/23/20
- Bobby St. Pe signed as a free agent out of high school; Saw two pro seasons, both in rookie ball, 9/7/20
- Brian Scheetz had baseball ties as a player, later had them as a youth coach; Played two pro seasons, 8/5/20
- Jon Shave made the most of his time in the bigs; Saw three seasons there, including all of 1999, 8/18/20
- Dan Smith improved his slider enough to see two ML seasons; Returned from injury, 8/16/20
- Steve Surico chose college over the pros; Came back from injury, saw all of seven pro games, 8/12/20
- Tyrone Washington went on a scoreless stretch in 1991; Played five pro seasons, made high-A, 8/7/20
- Andy Watson waited on pros and improved draft status; Played two pro seasons, injury ended career, 8/4/20
- Tim Wells liked taking mound with runners on base; Saw two pro seasons, made single-A, 8/6/20
- Matt Whiteside pitched in bigs over 11 seasons, also saw Japan; ML career almost ended in moment's frustration, 8/14/20
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