When I was a kid, Wes Parker was definitely one of my favorites. The guy was absolutely the best defensive first baseman in the game, (Gold gloves for six consecutive years, 1967-1972). In 1970 he came into his own and hit .319 and knocked in 111 runs. He was popular, had movie star looks, and was public relations minded. Heck, he even played the teacher’s boyfriend in an episode of the Brady Bunch. Parker was a good Dodger, a solid ball player. Probably top three on the ball club in his final year which was 1972. He had just turned 32 and he hit .
That Emotional Attachment to Players
