When Mark Fidrych made his first start for the Detroit Tigers

Mark Fidrych Obituary 04/13/2009

Detroit Tigers flashback: The night Mark Fidrych was 'horse manure' and got a standing 'O

Fidrych's first start becomes the beginning of Birdmania, Sports coverage for Fenton, Linden, Holly and Lake

When we first heard about 'The Bird': Tigers' Mark Fidrych burst onto scene 40 years ago

Fidrych? Get out of here! - by Matt Baron

40 years ago, Mark (The Bird) Fidrych was 'some kind of unbelievable

Detroit Tigers - On this date in 1976: Rookie Mark Fidrych finishes runner-up in American League Cy Young Award voting. He compiled a 19-9 record with 24 complete games and a 2.34 ERA.

40 years ago, Mark (The Bird) Fidrych was 'some kind of unbelievable

The Game That Made Mark Fidrych Famous - June 28, 1976 - Vintage Detroit Collection