Dave LaRoche (full name: David Eugene LaRoche; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1970 until 1983 for the California Angels, Minnesota Twins, Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees. He played for the Angels from 1970 - 1980, Twins in 1972, Cubs from 1973 - 1974, Indians from 1975 - 1977 and Yankees from 1981 - 1983. Over 14 seasons, he started 15 games, won 65 games, struck out 819 batters, and had a 3.53 ERA. Born on May 14, 1948 in Colorado Springs, CO, LaRoche stands 6' 2" and weighs 200 lb. He attended West Torrance (Torrance, CA) high school and was drafted by the California Angels in the 5th round of the 1967 amateur draft (January Secondary). Player signed March 9, 1967. His debut was on May 11, 1970 and he played his final game on August 23, 1983. Over his career, LaRoche made $629,500. Common misspellings of his name include David Dave davey david Eugene la LaRoche.