Bobby Murcer
Larry
July 14, 2008
Doodles, Yankees
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Tags: Bobby Murcer, Cancer, illustration, larry roibal, New York Yankees, portrait of the day, sketch of the day

Ball point pen on the morning newsprint
I grew up a Yankee fan, as was my dad before me, so it seems like I knew Bobby Murcer. He signed with the yanks in 1964, was called up in 65 to play shortstop, served in the military from 67-68, became a regular in 69 as an outfielder, was a five time All Star, had the second highest batting average in 1971 batting .331. a gold glove winner and fifth in MVP voting in 72. He was traded away to SF for Bobby Bonds and also played for the Cubs, … Continue Reading
