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New York Yankees No. 1 retired. Monument Park honoree. Alfred Manuel Martin Jr. (May 16, 1928 – December 25, 1989), commonly called " Billy ", was an American Major League Baseball second baseman and manager who, in addition to leading other teams, was five times the manager of the New York Yankees.
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Mar 5, 2020 · Billy Martin was a legendary player and manager for the New York Yankees, winning four World Series titles and making a famous catch in 1952. He died in a car crash on Christmas Day in 1989, after being fired by George Steinbrenner for the fifth time.
May 12, 2024 · Billy Martin (born May 16, 1928, Berkeley, Calif., U.S.—died Dec. 25, 1989, near Fenton, N.Y.) was an American professional baseball player and manager whose leadership transformed teams on the field, but whose outspokenness and pugnacity made him the centre of controversy.
Nov 30, 2023 · Billy Martin was known for his tough and confrontational on-field demeanor during his playing days, earning him nicknames such as “The Brat” and “Billy the Kid.” Off the field, he was known for his nocturnal outings, often in the company of Mickey Mantle and Whitey Ford.
Dec 19, 2022 · It's been 32 years since Billy Martin's death in a car accident on Dec. 25, 1989. This is how Eyewitness News covered his death and funeral. What are your memories of Billy Martin?
Nov 14, 2012 · Learn about the life and career of Billy Martin, a brash and fearless player and manager for the New York Yankees and other teams. Read about his achievements, controversies, and legacy in baseball history.
