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The lefthanded-hitting Wright was the Rangers centerfielder from 1982 to 1984, and in 1983 he played in all 162 games, hitting .276 with 18 HR and 82 RBI. His average dropped rapidly to .190 by 1985, and in 1986 he was sold to Montreal, where he hit .188 in 56 games. (SCL)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » June 16, 1986: Rangers knuckleballer Charlie Hough pitches a one-hitter against the Angels but loses 2–1. With two outs to go for a no-hitter, George Wright drops Jack Howell's fly ball for an error. A single ties the score, and two passed balls by Orlando Mercado bring the 2nd runner around.