The Bird in Toronto In a game against the Blue Jays in Toronto on August 4, 1983, Winfield accidentally killed a seagull with a throw in the outfield between innings. The dead bird was removed by stadium officials, and Winfield helped the Yankees win the game by hitting a home run. After the game, Winfield was arrested in the clubhouse by Canadian officials who charged him with cruelty to animals. The next day the bogus charges were dropped. :: og ::