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Rick Burleson
Rick Burleson 1976.jpg
Shortstop
Born: (1951-04-29) April 29, 1951 (age 73)
Lynwood, California, U.S.
Batted: Right
Threw: Right
MLB debut
May 4, 1974, for the Boston Red Sox
Last MLB appearance
July 8, 1987, for the Baltimore Orioles
Preceded by Thomas A. Yawkey Memorial Most Valuable Player Award
1979, 1980
Succeeded by
Preceded by Boston Red Sox Hitting Coach
1992
Succeeded by
Preceded by Boston Red Sox Third-Base Coach
1992–1993
Succeeded by