Parsons was the number-two starter for the last-place Brewers, going 13-17, 3.20
in 1971 and 13-13, 3.91 in 1972. He was named TSN's AL Rookie Pitcher of
the Year for his 1971 effort, and was runner-up to Chris Chambliss in the BBWAA vote
for Rookie of the Year.
(JFC)
FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»May 1, 1973:
Brewers starter Bill Parsons walks the first three A's batters and is lifted for Jim Colborn, who pitches a complete game, 4–3, win. Johnny Briggs drives in all the Milwaukee runs, including a home run in the 9th inning off Blue Moon Odom (0–5), to win it.
»June 20, 1973:
Red Sox lead off batters Rick Miller and Reggie Smith belt homers off Milwaukee's Bill Parsons. In 1971, Smith also followed a leadoff homer with one of his own. Bill Lee makes the lead stand up in beating the Brewers' Bill Parsons, 3–2.
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