Workhorse Pitcher, 7-Year MLB Veteran, Dies
Summary
Bob Lacey, a left-handed baseball pitcher who played seven seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1977 to 1985, has died at age 72. After his baseball career, he worked as a teacher in Arizona and remained involved in baseball as a coach and manager.Key Facts
- Bob Lacey was a left-handed pitcher who played in MLB for seven seasons.
- He played for teams including the Oakland Athletics, Cleveland Indians, California Angels, Texas Rangers, and San Francisco Giants.
- Lacey appeared in 284 MLB games, mostly as a relief pitcher, with a 3.67 earned run average (ERA).
- He was known for his durability, leading the American League with 74 appearances in 1978.
- Lacey was drafted by the Oakland A's in 1972 after excelling at Central Arizona College.
- After retiring from playing, he coached and managed in minor and independent baseball leagues.
- Later, he became a secondary school teacher in Arizona.
- Lacey passed away on June 4, confirmed by friends and former teammates.
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