Concourse in the Bronx in Bronx County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Richard Michael Gossage
"Goose"
| | New York Yankees 1978-1983, 1989 | |
One of the most intimidating pitchers ever to don pinstripes, Gossage had an explosive fastball and fearless demeanor, frequently pitching multiple innings per appearance. In seven seasons with the Yankees, compiled a 42-28 record with 151 saves and a 2.14 ERA. Was a four-time All-Star with the club and 1978 A.L. Relief Man of the Year.
Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008.
Erected 2014 by New York Yankees Baseball Club.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1978.
Location. 40° 49.785′ N, 73° 55.526′ W. Marker is in Bronx, New York, in Bronx County. It is in Concourse. It can be reached from River Avenue north of East 161st Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 33 River Ave, Bronx NY 10452, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in North America and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Elston Gene Howard (here, next to this marker); Charles Herbert "Red" Ruffing (here, next to this marker); Jorge Rafael De Posada Villeta (here, next to this marker); Willie Larry Randolph (here, next to this marker); Phil Rizzuto (here, next to this marker); Roger Maris (here, next to this marker); Elston Howard (here, next to this marker); Billy Martin (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bronx.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 15, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 12, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 120 times since then and 15 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on August 12, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
