John Joseph Montefusco Jr.

B: 5/25/75 in Long Branch, N.J.

Montefusco pitched for the Giants, Braves, Padres and Yankees. Named the National League Rookie of the Year in 1975, John was an All-Star in 1976. In that season, Montefusco tossed a no-hitter for the Giants, shutting down a powerful Braves lineup. He is one of very few pitchers or players at any position to hit a home run in his first big league at bat. Sciatic pain caused Montefusco to retire early, cutting short what was a truly promising career. John has stayed active in the game as a pitching coach in independent league baseball.

W	L	SV	BB	SO	ERA
90	83	5	513	1081	3.54