Jim Rooker – P, 1969-1972

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(Photo Courtesy Kansas City Royals)

 

Shocked At Royals Selecting Him In 1969 Expansion Draft From Yankees


 

No Hitter Into 9th At Yankee Stadium, Then Loses In 12


 

Becomes First KC Player To Hit Two Home Runs In Same Game


 

First Night With Pirates, Ends Up In Jail


 

Motivation Behind Writing Three Children’s Books