Former All-Star pitcher Mark Fidrych, whose incredible rookie season with the 1976 Tigers made him a sensation, passed away on April 13 in an accident on his Massachusetts farm at age 54. More >
1976 Tiger of the Year award from Detroit baseball writers
1976 MLB leader in ERA (2.34)
Second in 1976 AL Cy Young Award voting
11th in 1976 AL MVP Award voting
Fourth in AL in 1976 in wins (19)
Voted to All-Star team in 1976, 1977
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Born: August 14, 1954, in Worcester, Mass. School: Algonquin Regional, Worcester Academy, Mass. Drafted: 10th round of amateur draft, June 5, 1974 Nickname: "The Bird," given by Minor League coach MLB debut: April 20, 1976 -- 2-1 win over Indians Final game: October 1, 1980 -- 11-7 win over Blue Jays
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