Mike Epstein - Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

• Owing to his ethnic and religious background, along with his power, Epstein's nickname was "Superjew."

• Epstein wore a black armband during the 1972 playoffs in memory of the 11 Israeli athletes murdered by terrorists at the Munich Olympics. Teammates Ken Holtzman and Reggie Jackson also wore the armbands. Somewhat surprisingly, A's owner Charles Finley, who usually demanded conformity from his players, gave them the OK to wear the tributary items until the season ended with the A's World Series victory.

• During his minor league days with the Rochester Red Wings, he drew the Star of David onto his glove.

• Epstein had great success against Joe Niekro during his career, going 7–10 with 4 home runs and 4 walks.