Background
Long was born in Cincinnati, United States and graduated from Moeller High School in Cincinnati.
Long was born in Cincinnati, United States and graduated from Moeller High School in Cincinnati.
Miami University.
He played college football at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Long was drafted by the San Diego Padres in the 2nd round of the 1981 MLB amateur draft. Long played his first professional game on July 21, 1985 with the Chicago White Sox.
In a six-season career, Long posted a 27-27 record with a 4.37 European Research Area and nine saves in 159 games pitched, 52 as a starter.
According to Long, he also played in Caracas, Venezuela. While Long played in Venezuela, he played for the Leones del Caracas, and the Cardenales de Lara.He batted and threw right-handed.
Best season
1987: Led American League pitchers with a 1.49 West/9IP (28 walks in 1690 innings pitched)
He also has a son Marshall. Bill, also has a pet pug, named Puggle.