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3 unusual facts about José Offerman


D.J. Reyburn

He ejected Licey Tigers catcher Ronny Paulino for arguing balls and strikes, then was attacked by Licey manager José Offerman.

José Offerman

He is the father of reality television star and WWE Diva, JoJo Offerman.

On opening day 1993, he was the first batter to ever face the Florida Marlins, striking out against Charlie Hough.


1999 American League Championship Series

This game also featured the infamous trash throwing incident by fans when Jimy Williams was ejected from the game after arguing when Nomar Garciaparra was called out at first in the ninth inning, which followed a blown call by umpire Tim Tschida on a Chuck Knoblauch tag attempt of José Offerman in the eighth inning.

Bridgeport Bluefish

Some of the former major-leaguers who have sported Bluefish jerseys include Shea Hillenbrand, Alex Hinshaw, José Offerman, Edgardo Alfonzo, Deivi Cruz, Junior Spivey, Quinton McCracken, Antonio Alfonseca, Willy Mo Pena, Joey Gathright and Mariano Duncan.


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