Randy Bush, a professional baseball player and executive, spent his entire Major League Baseball playing career with the Minnesota Twins. Born on October 5, 1958, in Dover, Delaware, Bush attended the University of New Orleans, where he played college baseball for the Privateers. His performance in college caught the attention of MLB scouts, and he was selected by the Minnesota Twins in the second round of the 1979 MLB Draft.
Bush made his MLB debut on May 1, 1982, with the Twins. As an outfielder and designated hitter, he became known for his left-handed batting and ability to perform in clutch situations. Over the course of his 12-year playing career, Bush played in 1,219 games, accumulating a batting average of .251, with 96 home runs and 409 RBIs. His role often involved coming off the bench, where he excelled as a pinch hitter, a skill that proved valuable to his team.
The pinnacle of Bush's playing career came in 1987 and 1991 when he was part of the Minnesota Twins' World Series-winning teams. In 1987, the Twins defeated the St. Louis Cardinals, and in 1991, they triumphed over the Atlanta Braves in a memorable seven-game series. Bush's contributions during these championship seasons were instrumental in the Twins' success, and he earned two World Series rings as a result.
After retiring as a player following the 1993 season, Bush transitioned into coaching and baseball management. He served as a coach for the University of New Orleans, his alma mater, before moving into a front-office role. In 2004, he joined the Chicago Cubs organization, where he worked in various capacities, including as the assistant general manager. His tenure with the Cubs was marked by his involvement in player development and team strategy.
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