Yankees remember Jerry Kenney on his birthday, June 30
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Last updated Jun 30, 2026
On June 30, the New York Yankees honor Jerry Kenney, born in 1945, who played for the team from 1967 to 1972. Known for his elite defensive skills, Kenney's impact was often overshadowed by an underwhelming offensive record. His career was interrupted by military service, and he was traded to Cleveland in 1972 as part of a package for Graig Nettles. Despite not leading the Yankees to the playoffs, he remains a significant figure in the team's history.
- •Jerry Kenney born on June 30, 1945, in St. Louis, MO.
- •Played for the Yankees from 1967 to 1972.
- •Recorded 103 wRC+ in 1971, emphasizing his defensive skills.
- •Traded to Cleveland in 1972 for Graig Nettles.
- •Kenney's name became associated with the Yankees' postseason drought.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Birthdays, June 30: Jerry Kenney
"The poster boy for a lackluster era of Yankees baseball, Kenney was actually far from a scrub.
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