John Hardin Stearns, nicknamed “Bad Dude”, was an American professional baseball catcher and coach who played in Major League Baseball for the New York Mets from 1975 to 1984 after playing a single game for the Philadelphia Phillies in 1974.
John Stearns wife
John was married to Martha Jo. They had been married for 45 years before his sudden death on September 15. The duo got married in 1977.
John Stearns children
John had a son called Justin Stearns and he was the only child born to him by his wife Martha.
John Stearns parents
John was born on August 21, 1951, in Denver, Colorado, United States. He was born to his parents Mr and Mrs Stearns.
John attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Denver, Colorado. He played three sports in high school, winning state championships in baseball and basketball. The Oakland Athletics selected Stearns in the 13th round of the 1969 Major League Baseball draft at 17 years old, but he chose to attend the University of Colorado at Boulder instead.
John Stearns siblings
Bill Stearns was identified as his older brother. Bill was a late-round draft pick in 1971 and played in the New York Yankees organization, he was also a catcher but never reached the majors.
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