Jerry Grote

Gerald Wayne Grote (born October 6, 1942) is an American former professional baseball player. He played the majority of his Major League Baseball career as a catcher for the New York Mets, catching every inning of the franchise's first two World Series appearances. Grote was also a two-time All-Star for the National League and is considered one of the best defensive catchers of his era. He later went on to appear in two more World Series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Grote was raised in San Antonio, Texas and attended Douglas MacArthur High School. He played college baseball for Trinity University and was known for his strong hitting and fielding skills.More