- Outfielder with the American League's Kansas City Royals (1977-1981); and the National League's Cincinnati Reds (1982), New York Mets (1983, 1985, 1987), and St Louis Cardinals (1986).
- Made major league debut on 18 September 1977.
- Named to Baseball Digest magazine's 1978 Rookie All-Star Team.
- 1st round pick (9th overall) at the age of 17.
- In high school, he batted a .567 his senior year in addition to being an All- American prep
- In high school, he lettered in baseball, football and basketball. Originally was meant to play for the University of Miami (fla) but decided to pursue professional baseball instead.
- Former manager of the Williamsport (Pa.) Bills. It was in Williamsport where he met his current wife, Karla.
- Named as Manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates. (November 2010)
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