Pat Zachry, Former Mets and Reds Pitcher, Passes Away at 71

The 1976 National League Rookie of the Year and World Series champion died after a lengthy illness.

Pat Zachry, known for his role in the infamous Tom Seaver trade, died in Waco, Texas.
Zachry had a distinguished career with the Mets, Reds, Dodgers, and Phillies, including a World Series win with the Reds in 1976.
His tenure with the Mets was marked by an All-Star season in 1978 and a memorable injury incident involving a batting helmet.
Teammates and the baseball community remember Zachry as a great character and teammate.
Zachry's career spanned 10 years, during which he achieved a record of 69-67 with a 3.52 ERA.