#628 Red Sox Rookie Stars - Bill Conigliaro / Syd O'Brien / Fred Wenz
Briefly

Billy Conigliaro, younger brother of Tony Conigliaro, played Major League Baseball for teams including the Boston Red Sox and Milwaukee Brewers. Drafted in 1965, he debuted in 1969, achieving significant batting success in 1970 where he recorded career highs with a .271 average, 18 home runs, and was a crucial player in the outfield, starting alongside his brother. His career was marked by ups and downs, including a brief retirement but he eventually returned to play, even appearing in the 1973 World Series with the Oakland Athletics, contributing to their championship win.
Billy Conigliaro was drafted by the Red Sox in 1965 and made his big league debut at the start of the 1969 season, achieving career highs that year.
Throughout 1970, Billy played alongside his brother Tony in the outfield, marking a significant moment in their family legacy within Major League Baseball.
Despite fluctuating performance in 1971 following Tony's trade, Billy excelled in batting with a career-high 26 doubles, showcasing his talent.
Conigliaro's baseball journey included a temporary retirement, a comeback with the World Champion Athletics, and participation in the 1973 World Series.
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