Clarence Edward Metzger was born on May 23,1952 and is a former Major League Baseball player.
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12 Facts About Butch Metzger
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Butch Metzger played for four different teams during his five years in the majors; the San Francisco Giants in 1974, the San Diego Padres from 1975 to 1977, the St Louis Cardinals in 1977, and the New York Mets in 1978.
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Butch Metzger made his major league debut on September 8,1974 with the San Francisco Giants.
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In 1975, Butch Metzger was with a different team, the San Diego Padres, after being traded from the Giants with Tito Fuentes in exchange for utilityman Derrel Thomas.
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In 1976, Butch Metzger was able to successfully control his pitches, and had a great year for a rookie.
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Butch Metzger was co-voted National League Rookie of the Year for 1976 with Pat Zachry.
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Butch Metzger did not start the 1977 season well, walking 12 in 22.
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Butch Metzger posted better numbers with the Cardinals, collecting 7 saves while posting a 3.
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However, Butch Metzger was placed on waivers by the Cardinals and picked up by the New York Mets on April 5,1978.
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Butch Metzger had a disappointing season, giving concern to the Mets about his control issues.
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Butch Metzger's contract was purchased by the Philadelphia Phillies on July 4,1978 and he was sent back to the minors.
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Butch Metzger never made it back to the major league level and was released by the Phillies on March 19,1979.
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