Former Yankees Pitcher, World Series-Winning Coach, Dies
Summary
Gary Blaylock, a former pitcher for the New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals, passed away at the age of 94. After his playing career, he became a successful coach, notably serving as the pitching coach for the Kansas City Royals when they won the World Series in 1985.Key Facts
- Gary Blaylock played for the New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals, appearing in 41 major league games.
- He made his major league debut in 1959 and retired from pitching in 1963.
- Blaylock was the Kansas City Royals' pitching coach in 1985 when they won the World Series.
- He worked with future Hall of Famer George Brett while managing in the minor leagues.
- Blaylock also managed and scouted in minor leagues before becoming a major league pitching coach.
- He was inducted into the Dunklin County (Missouri) Hall of Honor in 2010.
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