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Gary Matthews, Sr.

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Baseball Player

The Resume

    (July 5, 1950- )
    Born in San Fernando, California
    Outfielder for the San Francisco Giants (1972–76), Atlanta Braves (1977–80), Philadelphia Phillies (1981–83), Chicago Cubs (1984–87) and the Seattle Mariners (1987)
    National League Rookie of the Year (1973)
    National League Championship Series MVP (1983)
    Member of the coaching staff for the Chicago Cubs (1995-98, 2003-06), Toronto Blue Jays (1998-99) and the Milwaukee Brewers (2002)

Why he might be annoying:

    His nickname was 'Sarge.'
    He named two of his sons Delvon and Dannon.
    He played on five different teams during his career.
    He is divorced and remarried with five children between two marriages.
    While working as a broadcaster, he referred to the Mets as 'crybabies.'

Why he might not be annoying:

    He was amongst a handful of African-American stars that dominated during the 1970's and 1980's.
    He was considered a player who led by example.
    His oldest son Gary Matthews, Jr. followed in his footsteps and pursued a career in Major League Baseball.
    He and Gary, Jr. were the seventh father and son duo to play for the Cubs.
    He was considered one of the most disciplined hitters by baseball.pundits.

Credit: Ricky


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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 3 Votes: 33.33% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 2 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 9 Votes: 88.89% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 9 Votes: 55.56% Annoying