I have fourteen cards of Bob Brower. This one is from 1989 Bowman.
Playing career: Outfielder Bob Brower had a solid rookie
season in 1987, hitting .261 with 14 HR and 46 RBI. His numbers may have been
inflated by the unusual home run environment of 1987 though; he only hit 3 more
in two seasons with the Rangers and Yankees afterward. A fuller account of his
career can be found at the 1988 Topps Blog.
Where he is now: After his playing career he was one of the
first agents hired by Scott Boras for his company. After many years with the
Boras Corporation he left in 2013 to stay closer to his home, opening the Home Plate Club instructional facility in Hutchinson, KS.
My memories: I remember being somewhat excited about the
Yankees getting him, as he had at least a decent reputation thanks to that 1987
season. Unfortunately he made very little impact on that disappointing 1989
team.
Google Autocomplete results: He is fourth when you type Bob
Brow, between Bob Browne Northern Trust, the company’s Chief Investment
Officer, and Bob Brown Football, a former offensive lineman for the
Philadelphia Eagles. Another prominent Bob Brower was the founder of Circle M
Day Camp, one of the first desegregated day camps in the Chicago area.
Coming up next: The next profile will be Jim Brower.
No comments:
Post a Comment