Oil Can Boyd

Former MLB pitcher with Red Sox

Oil Can Boyd - Former MLB pitcher with Red Sox
Born

October 6th, 1959
66 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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