Barry Foote

Barry Clifton Foote (pronounced FOO-tee) (born February 16, 1952 in Smithfield, North Carolina) is a former Major League Baseball player. During his career, Foote played for the Montreal Expos (1973–1977), Philadelphia Phillies (1977–1978), Chicago Cubs (1979–1981), and New York Yankees (1981–1982). He played most of his baseball career as a back-up catcher. After his retirement as a baseball player, Foote became a minor league manager in the Yan... more

Barry Clifton Foote (pronounced FOO-tee) (born February 16, 1952 in Smithfield, North Carolina) is a former Major League Baseball player. During his career, Foote played for the Montreal Expos (1973–1977), Philadelphia Phillies (1977–1978), Chicago Cubs (1979–1981), and New York Yankees (1981–1982). He played most of his baseball career as a back-up catcher. After his retirement as a baseball player, Foote became a minor league manager in the Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays organizations, and he served as a coach for the Chicago White Sox and the New York Mets after. On June 4, 1970, Barry Foote was drafted by the Montreal Expos in the first round (third overall pick) in the 1970 Major League Baseball Draft. He was signed to play in the Expos organization on June 30, 1970. Foote made his major league debut on September 14, 1973 with the Montreal Expos. On that day, the Philadelphia Phillies were playing against the Montreal Expos at Parc Jarry with 13,458 people attending the game.... less