Biff Pocoroba

Biff Benedict Pocoroba (July 25, 1953 – May 24, 2020) was a Major League Baseball catcher who also played a few games at third base. He was born in Burbank, California. He played for the Atlanta Braves from 1975 to 1984. In 1978, he made the National League All-Star team. He retired at the age of 30.

Biff Pocoroba baseball card from 1978

In retirement, Pocoroba was known for creating a business where he made his own sausages.[1]

Pocoroba died on May 24, 2020 at the age of 66.[2]

References
  1. Newberry, Paul (May 28, 2020). "Column: Remembering an old family friend, Biff Pocoroba". Associated Press. Retrieved May 28, 2020.
  2. "Former Braves catcher Biff Pocoroba has died at 66". SI.com. Retrieved 26 May 2020.




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