Jerry Browne

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Jerry Browne is a former Major League Baseball player who played primarily as a second baseman. He was born on February 13, 1963, in Christiansted, U.S. Virgin Islands. Browne began his professional baseball career in 1982 when he was signed as an amateur free agent by the Oakland Athletics. He spent several years in the minor leagues before making his major league debut with the Athletics in 1986.

Browne played for the Athletics for three seasons before being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers in 1989. He played for the Brewers for two seasons before being traded again, this time to the Houston Astros. Browne played for the Astros for two seasons before being traded to the Cleveland Indians in 1993. He played for the Indians for two seasons before being released in 1995.

Throughout his career, Browne was known for his speed and his ability to steal bases. He stole a total of 142 bases over the course of his career, with a career-high of 37 stolen bases in 1990. Browne was also a solid defensive player, with a career fielding percentage of .977.

Browne's best season came in 1990 when he was playing for the Brewers. He hit .273 with 5 home runs, 44 RBI, and 37 stolen bases. He also had a career-high 10 triples that season. Browne's performance that year earned him a spot on the American League All-Star team.

After being released by the Indians in 1995, Browne played one more season of professional baseball in Japan before retiring from the game. He finished his career with a .254 batting average, 14 home runs, 181 RBI, and 142 stolen bases.

After retiring from baseball, Browne became a coach. He served as a coach in the minor leagues for several years before being hired as the first base coach for the Seattle Mariners in 2005. Browne spent three seasons with the Mariners before being let go after the 2007 season. He then spent several years coaching in the minor leagues before being hired as the third base coach for the Houston Astros in 2015. Browne served as the Astros' third base coach for two seasons before being let go after the 2016 season.

Overall, Jerry Browne had a solid career as a major league baseball player. He was known for his speed and his ability to steal bases, and he was a solid defensive player as well. After retiring from baseball, Browne became a coach and has continued to be involved in the game in that capacity.

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Toronto Blue Jays vs Cleveland Indians - Stieb No Hitter - Radio Broadcast

2 hours Sep 2, 1990Sep 2, 1990

On Sunday, September 2, 1990, the Toronto Blue Jays faced off against the...

Toronto Blue Jays vs Cleveland Indians - Stieb No Hitter - Radio Broadcast / On Sunday, September 2, 1990, the Toronto Blue Jays faced off against the Cleveland Indians at Cleveland Stadium. The Blue Jays sent out their ace, Dave Stieb, who entered the game with a remarkable 16-5 record. The Indians countered with Bud Black, who was having a solid season with a 10-8 record. At this point in the season, the Blue Jays were in a tight race in the AL East, while the Indians were struggling to stay out of the basement in the AL Central. The 1990 season was marked by a number of standout performances, including the rise of young stars like Ken Griffey Jr. and the continued dominance of established players like Rickey Henderson. The game started as a pitching duel, with both Stieb and Black keeping the opposing offenses at bay through the first three innings. The Blue Jays broke the silence in the fourth inning, when first baseman Fred McGriff hit a solo home run off Black. Toronto added another run in the fifth inning, with a double from center fielder Kenny Williams and another double from second baseman Manuel Lee. Despite these runs, the game remained a pitchers' duel, as Stieb kept the Indians' offense completely in check. Meanwhile, the Indians struggled to mount any offense against Stieb. Despite drawing four walks, the team was unable to capitalize on these opportunities. The Blue Jays, on the other hand, were able to add an insurance run in the ninth inning, courtesy of another solo home run from McGriff. This provided a comfortable cushion for Stieb, who completed the game without allowing a single hit to the Indians. The game ended in a 3-0 victory for the Blue Jays, with Stieb throwing a no-hitter and improving his record to an impressive 17-5. McGriff's two home runs were key to the victory, providing all the offense the Blue Jays needed. The win helped the Blue Jays in their pursuit of the AL East title, although they would eventually finish in second place behind the Boston Red Sox. The Indians, meanwhile, continued their struggles and finished the season in the last place in the AL Central. The 1990 season was memorable for a number of reasons, including Nolan Ryan's 300th win and the Cincinnati Reds' wire-to-wire World Series victory, but this game stood out as a highlight, showcasing the dominance of Dave Stieb and the power of Fred McGriff.