So maybe this Joy in Mudville isn't so tough after all.
Two rookies were named members of the JIM American League Gold Glove team has been announced.
Detroit first baseman
Otto Velez and Milwaukee short stop
Gary Templeton both earned Gold Gloves in their first seasons.
Meanwhile, Cleveland catcher
Barry Foote won the honor for the second straight year.
New York Yankee
Bobby Murcer won his first Gold Glove in the outfield since his MVP season of 1971.
A complete listing appears below:
Pitcher:
Al Fitzmorris (
Milwaukee Brewers)
Catcher:
Barry Foote (
Cleveland Indians)**
First Baseman:
Otto Velez (
Detroit Tigers)
Second Baseman:
Eric Soderholm (
Detroit Tigers)
Third Baseman:
Graig Nettles (
Texas Rangers)
Shortstop:
Garry Templeton (
Milwaukee Brewers)
Left Fielder:
Gary Matthews (
Minnesota Twins)
Center Fielder:
Bobby Murcer (
New York Yankees)**
Right Fielder:
Greg Gross (
Chicago White Sox)