Lyman Bostock Signed One Of The Richest Deals In MLB History ... 6 Months Later He Was Dead

Today, we're diving into one of the most requested stories in the history of Press Box Chornicles. September 24 marked the 48-year anniversary of Lyman Bostock's shocking murder. Bostock was a can't miss prospect who's early years showed enormous signs of promise. In the spring of 1978, Bostock signed one of the richest contracts in MLB history. Less than 6 months later, he was dead.