Roger Craig, Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher and original Met, dead at 93By Joseph Staszewski
June 5, 2023
Roger Craig, who had the distinction of winning the last game in Brooklyn Dodgers history and the first game in Mets history and who was also a longtime major league manager, died Sunday.
He was 93.
The Giants, whom Craig managed for eight seasons, announced his passing.
“We have lost a legendary member of our Giants family.” Larry Baer, Giants president and chief executive officer, said in a statement. “Roger was beloved by players, coaches, front office staff and fans. He was a father figure to many and his optimism and wisdom resulted in some of the most memorable seasons in our history.”
Craig, played 12 seasons in the majors from 1955-66, posting a 74-98 record and 3.83 ERA in 186 starts and 368 career appearances for the Dodgers, Mets, Cardinals, Reds and Phillies.
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Source:
https://nypost.com/2023/06/05/roger-craig-dodgers-pitcher-and-original-met-dead-at-93/