Bobby Wine was a professional baseball player who played as a shortstop for several teams during his career. He was born on September 17, 1938, in New York City and grew up in the Philadelphia area. Wine attended the University of Oklahoma, where he played college baseball and was named an All-American in 1959.
Wine began his professional career in 1960 when he was signed by the Philadelphia Phillies. He spent the next six seasons with the Phillies, where he established himself as a solid defensive player. Wine was known for his strong arm and quick reflexes, which made him a valuable asset at shortstop. He also had a good eye at the plate and was a reliable hitter.
In 1967, Wine was traded to the Montreal Expos, where he played for two seasons. He then spent a year with the Atlanta Braves before being traded to the San Francisco Giants in 1970. Wine played for the Giants for four seasons and was part of the team that won the National League West division in 1971.
After leaving the Giants, Wine played for the New York Mets and the Montreal Expos again before retiring in 1978. He finished his career with a .215 batting average, 10 home runs, and 178 RBIs.
After retiring from playing, Wine became a coach and manager in the minor leagues. He also worked as a scout for several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies, the San Francisco Giants, and the Arizona Diamondbacks. Wine was known for his keen eye for talent and his ability to develop young players.
Throughout his career, Wine was respected by his teammates and opponents alike for his professionalism and work ethic. He was known for his quiet demeanor and his willingness to help others. Wine was also a devoted family man and was married to his wife, Carol, for over 50 years. They had three children together.
In 2018, Wine passed away at the age of 80. He was remembered by his former teammates and colleagues as a kind and generous person who made a positive impact on everyone he met. Wine's legacy in baseball is one of hard work, dedication, and humility. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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