New York Yankees line coach history

Jim Barber

Barber was the line coach for the New York Yankees in the 1946-1948 seasons, a total of three years. Barber's record as the team's line coach was 27-13-2, making him the most successful line coach in New York Yankees history. The team made it to the playoffs two times (1946-1947) and had a 0-2 record under Coach Barber in playoff games.


New York Yankees line coach record

Coach Years Record Win percentage Playoff record
Jim Barber 1946-1948 27-13-2 66.7% 0-2

New York Yankees line coach facts

  • Jim Barber was the first line coach in Yankees history in 1946.
  • Jim Barber coached the most seasons as the Yankees's line coach at three seasons.
  • Jim Barber was the last coach to hold the position of line coach, leaving the role after the 1948 season.