Dick Schattinger and the Summer of ’42 (Page 4)
Although Dick’s big league aspirations ended in 1949, his dream was attained some thirty-two years later by his son. On September 21, 1981, Jeff Schattinger took to the mound at Royals Stadium for the home team and tossed three scoreless innings in relief against the Minnesota Twins. The ac Although Dick’s big league aspirations ended in 1949, his dream was attained some thirty-two years later by his son. On September 21, 1981, Jeff Schattinger took to the mound at Royals Stadium for the home team and tossed three scoreless innings in relief against the Minnesota Twins. The achievement was to prove bittersweet for father and son as it would mark Jeff’s only appearance in a major league contest. Prior to the start of the next season, Jeff was swapped to the White Sox in exchange for utilityman Greg Pryor. Despite having what Pale Hose manager Tony LaRussa described as one of the best sinker balls he’d ever seen, Jeff was dispatched to the minors and, unfortunately, was all but forgotten by the parent club.
Originally published: November 8, 2004. Last Updated: November 8, 2004.