The back: John Underwood pitched briefly in the Phillies organization before serving in World War II.
The player: Pat Underwood made his major league debut pitching against his brother Tom, the first time that happened in major league history. Pat beat his brother in that game. Later that season, he was the winning pitcher in the infamous Disco Demolition Night. However, injuries curtailed his performance. In four seasons, all with the Tigers, he went 13-18 with 8 saves and a 4.43 ERA.
The man: After his career he had a long career in youth baseball. He is now retired an living in Indiana.
My collection: I have eight of his cards, from 1980 to 1983. I would be interested in trading for 1983 TCMA Evansville Triplets #10.
I wonder if the next generation (or the next) play baseball.
ReplyDeleteDon't remember Pat... but I remember his brother during his tenure with the A's.
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