He was born in 1942 , the son of Indians catcher Jim Hegan .
Although Hegan did n't play for the Indians in his 12 - year major - league career , he had a lifelong connection with the team .
Hegan was born in 1942 , the son of Indians catcher Jim Hegan .
Although Hegan did n't play for the Indians in his 12 - year major - league career , he had a lifelong connection with the team .