As advertised, Randolph, the former Yankees second baseman and coach, had already been given a plaque to be hung in Monument Park. But it came as a complete surprise that Stottlemyre, the former pitcher and pitching coach, was also being so honored.
If it's symmetry you desire, both wore the No. 30 during their different eras playing for the Yankees.
"Oh, that made the day extra special," Randolph said. "When the Yankees said they were going to honor Mel, it was like icing on the cake for me to be able to share this honor with him.