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William Charles Virdon is a former American baseball player. A premier defensive outfielder during his days was a manager and later on served as coach to some teams in baseball. This center fielder that batted left and threw right was born on June 9, 1931 in Hazel Park, Michigan. He was initially signed with the Yankees (but never played for the big league) and as a minor target, he was traded to the Cardinals before the season of 1954. He made his MLB debut for the St. Louis Cardinals on April 2, 1955. He was named National League Rookie of the Year and later traded to Pittsburgh in 1956. He stayed and played for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1956 to 1965 and 1968. He has his World series champion in 1960 and Gold Glove Award in 1962. After his playing career, he had a long tenure in the major leagues as a manager with the Pirates in 1972-73, New York Yankees in 1974-75, Houston Astros in 1975-1982 and Montreal Expos in 1983-84. He led the Pirates to the National League title in 1972. He was also the American League Manager of the Year in his full season working or the Yankees in 1974. While managing for the Houston Astros, he was named as the National League Manager of the Year in 1980. He has the unusual distinction of having been replaced on 2 separate occasions by the manager he replaced for Montreal Expos, Jim Fanning. At present, he served as a special outfield instructor for the pirates during spring training and lives in Springfield, Missouri. Relive Virdon's glory days by buying his signed cards, autographed MLB photos, framed MLB photos, plaques, and collages , and other collector's items through great deals on this site. Be the best that you can while shouting for joy for your favorite baseball players by purchasing in this site MLB bobbleheads and figures also from this website. About Bill Virdon: Bill Virdon (full name: William Charles Virdon; no nicknames) played centerfielder from 1955 until 1968 for the St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates. He played for the Cardinals from 1955 - 1956 and Pirates from 1956 - 1968. Over 12 seasons, he played 1583 games, hit 91 home runs, drove in 735 runs, and stole 47 bases. Born on June 9, 1931 in Hazel Park, MI, Virdon stands 6' 0 and weighs 175 lb. He attended West Plains (West Plains, MO) high school. His debut was on April 12, 1955 and he played his final game on July 31, 1968. Common misspellings of his name include William Bill billy Charles Will William Virdon. Common misspellings: jersies, apparell, lisenced, lisensed, gersies, jerzy, aparel, Jearsy Our wide assortment of authentic Bill Virdon memorabilia includes: team apparel, Bill Virdon Jerseys, display cases, collages with frame, signatures, coins, game used Home and Away Jerseys, frames, photomints, and other Bill Virdon Team Apparel. You can also browse Bill Virdon replica jerseys such as a Bill Virdon autograph, inscription, coin with autograph, inscribed ball, trading card, signature photomint, Olympic collectible, pic and hand signed collage, among other signed Bill Virdon memorabilia. Info on Bill Virdon Jerseys, Gear & Home and Away Jerseys: Our online store carries caps, sweatshirts, sale gifts, MVP 16X20 photos, licensed apparel, replica banners, t-shirts, hats, official clothing, jackets, and Womens Jerseys, whether it's unsigned, signed or game-used. Also find an authentic display case, 8X10 photo, picture, cap, blanket, gift, t-shirt, jersey, jacket, sweatshirt, ball or hat. Browse Bill Virdon memorabilia jerseys, prices, values, stats, signings & pics from 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008. Searching for the perfect Bill Virdon gifts for that special sports fan? Whether you are trying to choose an item for a holiday such as Christmas or you need a birthday present, our gift certificates make the perfect gift idea. Our gift cards take all the pressure out of finding the perfect present for friends or loved ones. Let your loved ones choose their favorite Bill Virdon memorabilia and sports Home and Away Jerseys so you don't have to.