Norfolk, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Dorrel Norman (Whitey) Herzog

(1931-2024)

— Tidewater Baseball Shrine — 1997 Inductee —

Dorrel Norman (Whitey) Herzog Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Brandon D Cross, July 18, 2025

1. Dorrel Norman (Whitey) Herzog Marker

Inscription. Born New Athens, IL., resident of St. Louis area for most of his life. Signed immediately after high school stardom by Yankees for McAlester, OK. Club. Acquired nickname “White Rat” there (because of hair color). .351 mark there in 1950, earned him a spot with 1951 Norfolk Tars.

An outfielder- first baseman, served in U.S. Army (1953-54) and after .289, 21 Hr and 98 RBI season in Denver (1955), made major league debut after 1956 trade to Washington. Also played in K.C., Baltimore and Detroit in 8 year M.L. Career. Was in outfield for Ted Williams last HR and Roger Maris’#60. Only player to hit in all Cuban triple play.

Scouted and coached for K.C. (1964-1965). Joined Mets as 3b coach (1966) before becoming Director of Player Development (1967-72). His baseball acumen largely responsible for Tides early success in winning 1969 Pennant, 1972 Governors’ with 4 play - off appearances in 4 years (1969-72).

Managed Texas (1973) before winning 3 division crowns with 2 2nds in 5 seasons (1975-79) with Royals. Interim manager of Cardinals, then named General Manager in 1980. Returned to field and won 3 N.L. Pennants and a World Series before 1990 resignation. Retired as Senior Vice President, Player Personnel for California Angels (1991-94).

Record of 1,281 - 1,125 ranks 25th all time. Awards

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included UPI, Sporting News and Baseball Writers Manager of the Year 1976, 1982 and 1985, Executive of the Year 1981 and 1982, and Sports Illustrated “Manager of the Decade” for 1980’s.

Erected 1997 by Norfolk Tides.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1969.

Location. 36° 50.6′ N, 76° 16.764′ W. Marker is in Norfolk, Virginia. It is on Park Avenue 0.1 miles north of Water Street, on the right when traveling north. The marker is located on the main concourse of Harbor Park baseball stadium. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 150 Park Avenue, Norfolk VA 23510, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Virginia’s Hampton Roads,

specifically in Coastal Virginia,

and in the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Area.

It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Upper South,

and in the Tidewater.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the original Thirteen Colonies,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Clyde Eward McCullough Marker (here, next to this marker); Arthur B. (Bud) Metheny (here, next to this marker); Robert W. (Rapid Robert) Feller (here, next to this marker); Robert Clinton (Bobby) Richardson (here, next to this marker); William (Mookie) Wilson (a few steps from this marker); Steve Springer (a few steps from this marker); Metropolitan Memorial Park (a few steps from this marker); James F. (Jimmy) Ewell (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Norfolk.

Regarding Dorrel Norman (Whitey) Herzog. The Tidewater Baseball Shrine recognizes

Photographed by Brandon D Cross

2. Dorrel Norman (Whitey) Herzog Marker

players and executives who have significantly contributed to the game of baseball in the Tidewater area of Virginia. The shrine is located at Harbor Park, which is home to the Norfolk Tides, a AAA minor league baseball team affiliated with the Baltimore Orioles. The Norfolk Tides annually induct new members into the shrine.

Also see . . .
1. Whitey Herzog — 1931-1924. (Submitted on July 22, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
2. Whitey Herzog. (Submitted on July 22, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
3. Harbor Park. (Submitted on July 22, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Whitey Herzog — 1983 image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Wikimedia Commons

3. Whitey Herzog — 1983

Credits. This page was last revised on July 22, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 22, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 93 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 22, 2025, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.