Former Red Sox, Mets Pitcher Wes Gardner Dies
Summary
Wes Gardner, a former Major League Baseball pitcher for four teams including the Boston Red Sox and New York Mets, died on June 10 at age 65. Gardner played eight seasons in MLB and was known for his pitching skills while helping his college team win championships.Key Facts
- Wes Gardner pitched in the MLB from 1984 to 1991.
- He played for the New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, and Kansas City Royals.
- Gardner was drafted in 1984 by the Mets after pitching for the University of Central Arkansas.
- He was involved in a major trade that helped set up the 1986 World Series between the Mets and Red Sox.
- Gardner’s best MLB season was in 1988 with the Red Sox, when he had an 8-6 win-loss record and a 3.50 earned run average (ERA).
- He pitched as both a starting pitcher and a closer during his career.
- Gardner retired in Arkansas and was inducted into his university’s Sports Hall of Fame in 2001.
- Former Mets vice president of public relations announced his death on social media.
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