About John Vukovich Memorabilia & Collectibles
About John Vukovich:
John Vukovich (full name: John Christopher Vukovich; Vuke) played third baseman, second baseman and first baseman from 1970 until 1981 for the Philadelphia Phillies, Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds. He played for the Phillies from 1970 - 1981, Brewers from 1973 - 1974 and Reds in 1975. Over 10 seasons, he played 277 games, hit 6 home runs, drove in 37 runs, and stole 4 bases. Born on July 31, 1947 in Sacramento, CA, Vukovich stood 6' 1" and weighed 187 lb. He attended Amador (Sutter Creek, CA) high school and was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1st round (10th pick) of the 1966 amateur draft (January). Player signed May 20, 1966. His debut was on September 11, 1970 and he played his final game on August 23, 1981. Over his career, Vukovich made $35,000. Common misspellings of his name include John Christopher james jim jimmy John jon Vuke Vukovich.