What is Smoky Burgess's middle name?
Harrill
What is Smoky Burgess's full name?
Forrest Harrill Burgess
Smoky Burgess date of birth:
February 6, 1927
How old was Smoky Burgess when died?
64
Where was Smoky Burgess born?
Caroleen, NC
When did Smoky Burgess die?
September 15, 1991
Where did Smoky Burgess die?
Asheville, NC
How tall is Smoky Burgess?
5' 8" (173 cm)
How much does Smoky Burgess weigh?
185 lbs (83.9 kg)
What is Smoky Burgess nationality?
American
Where did Smoky Burgess go to school?
Caroleen (Caroleen, NC)
What is Smoky Burgess's occupation?
Former Major League Baseball Player
Short Biography
Forrest Harrill "Smoky" Burgess (February 6, 1927 – September 15, 1991) was an American professional baseball player, coach and scout. He played in Major League Baseball as a catcher from 1949 to 1967. Later in his career, he became known for his ability as a pinch hitter, setting the major league career record for career pinch-hits with 145. In his playing days, he stood 5'8" (173 cm), weighed 188 pounds (85 kg), batted left-handed and threw right-handed.