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William Douglas (Bill) Long (born February 29, 1960 in Cincinnati, Ohio) is a former middle relief pitcher in Major League Baseball. From 1985 through 1991, Long played for the Chicago White Sox (1985-1990), Chicago Cubs (1990) and Montreal Expos (1991). He batted and threw right handed.

Career

In a six-season career, Long posted a 27-27 record with a 4.37 ERA and nine saves in 159 games pitched, 52 as a starter.

Best Season

1987: Led American League pitchers with a 1.49 W/9IP (28 walks in 169.0 innings pitched)

Fact

Before the 1985 season, Long was traded by the San Diego Padres along with Ozzie Guillén
, Luis Salazar
and Tim Lollar to the White Sox, in the same deal that brought Cy Young Award winner La Marr Hoyt to San Diego.

Sources

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