You may not know much about Rodney McCray, but if you’re any kind of baseball fan, you undoubtedly remember his handiwork.

McCray was an outfielder who appeared in 67 games with the Chicago White Sox and New York Mets from 1990 through 1992. Primarily used as a defensive replacement or pinch-runner, he only made 15 plate appearances in that time. He was 3-for-14 for his career with a walk, six strikeouts and an RBI. He also stole nine bases in 10 attempts. It should also be noted that Rodney’s one at-bat as a Met (and final at-bat as a major leaguer), on May 8, 1992, drove in the deciding run in the bottom of the ninth inning of the Mets’ come-from-behind 4-3 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Not a bad way to go out.

Rodney McCray’s teammates on the 1992 Mets included Kevin Baez, Mark Dewey, Pat Howell, and indomitable AAA hitting machine Junior Noboa. Plus some guys you’ve actually heard of. (image courtesy of urbangolfgear.com)

Not ringing a bell? Believe me, you remember Rodney McCray.

Happy 44th, Rodney.