Boston Yanks head coach history

Clipper Smith

Smith was the head coach for the Boston Yanks in the 1947-1948 seasons, a total of two years. Smith's record as the team's head coach was 7-16-1, making him the most successful head coach in Boston Yanks history.

Herb Kopf

Kopf was the head coach for the Bos/Bkn Yanks/Tigers and Boston Yanks in the 1944-1946 seasons, a total of three years. Kopf's record as the team's head coach was 7-22-2, making him the second-most successful head coach in Boston Yanks history.


Boston Yanks head coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Clipper Smith 1947-1948 7-16-1 31.3% 0-0
Herb Kopf 1944-1946 7-22-2 25.8% 0-0

Boston Yanks head coach facts

  • Herb Kopf was the first head coach in Yanks history in 1944.
  • Herb Kopf coached the most seasons as the Yanks's head coach at three seasons.
  • Clipper Smith was the last coach to hold the position of head coach, leaving the role after the 1948 season.