Oil Can Boyd
Former MLB pitcher with Red Sox
Born
October 6th, 1959
65 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Pitched in Major League Baseball from 1982 to 1991. Played primarily as a starting pitcher for the Boston Red Sox. Claimed to fame with the Red Sox during a season marked by significant performances. Demonstrated a distinctive pitching style that garnered attention and contributed to his team's success. Additionally played for the Texas Rangers and the Montreal Expos before retiring from professional baseball.
Pitched for the Boston Red Sox
Finished 6th in AL Cy Young Award voting in 1986
Achieved a win-loss record of 78-77
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