Alan Knicely

Alan Lee Knicely

• Bats Right, Throws Right
• Height 6' 0", Weight 194 lb.
• High School Turner Ashby High School
• Debut August 12, 1979
• Final Game October 4, 1986
• Born May 19, 1955 in Harrisonburg, VA USA

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Biographical Information

Alan Knicely started his minor league career as a pitcher in 1974, but became a catcher. His brother, Harold Knicely, started his career the same year in the same chain (the Houston Astros) ... as a catcher.

Alan had eight years in the big leagues and 12 in the minors. A couple of times he hit 33 home runs in a season in the minors - on both occasions he finished far ahead of the second-best home run hitter on the team. Most of his major league at-bats were with the Cincinnati Reds, and during some of his time with the Reds, Pete Rose was his manager (and teammate).

Notable Achievements

• 1984 The Sporting News Minor League Player of the Year, Wichita Aeros, American Association
• 1979 Player of the Year Southern League, Columbus Astros
• 1984 MVP American Association, Wichita Aeros