6/19/2017 at 9:54 PM 6/19/2017 at 9:54 PM Drew Drysdale discusses her dad's career, legacy. 1 one month into the season? The Dodgers lost the game to the Minnesota Twins 82 but went on to win the Series 4 games to 3. HOF: How did you like being the general manager of the Mercury and having your team win a couple of titles? The youngest of their three children, Drew Drysdale, graduated from Huntington Beach High on Thursday and was the guest performer at the graduation ceremony. PIT 6.0 IP, 8 H, 2 SO, 1 BB, 2 ER. Those multitalented types, the ones who seem to excel in several different areas while the rest of the masses struggle to be pretty good at one thing. In 14 seasons he had 218 hits in 1,169 at-bats for a .186 batting average, including 96 runs, 26 doubles, 7 triples, 29 home runs, 113 RBI and 60 bases on balls. In his last ABC assignment, Drysdale interviewed the winners in the Boston Red Sox's clubhouse following Game 7 of the 1986 American League Championship Series against the California Angels. And thats kind of how it developed. Seattle Mariners unveil City Connect uniforms. Much of the play-by-play, game results, and transaction information both shown and used to create certain data sets was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted by RetroSheet. Drysdale and Koufax took part in a famous salary holdout together in the spring of 1966. Don Drysdale Position: Pitcher Bats: Right Throws: Right 6-5 , 190lb (196cm, 86kg) Born: July 23, 1936 in Van Nuys, CA us More bio, uniform, draft, salary info Hall of Fame Cy Young 9x All-Star 3x World Series ML PoY 53 53 Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. She has been a leader in so many respects in womens sports. HOF: You and Don would eventually have three children together. "She didn't know who he was." View More Videos. . ", While this was going on, word reached Drysdale's former White Sox colleague Ken Harrelson as he was calling that evening's game against the Baltimore Orioles at Comiskey Park for WGN television. Scott Drysdale was a repair supervisor for the Pacific Telephone Company, which provided a comfortable middle-class upbringing. HOF: You mentioned Don Drysdale. These are things that have been in my family long before she ever met my father.". ", The weather outside was sunny, as Drysdale's disposition had been, which is why mourners today eulogized him here with a certain dry wit. (Laughs) I absolutely have learned to appreciate the game a lot more. There are a lot of things I don't know about him because it was before the life that we had together. Do you have a blog? "You can have all the awards in the world, all the money and all the recognition and experiences. She didnt get it. "Even now a lot of people will ask about Don," Meyers Drysdale said. And she's counting her blessings. It was Dec., 1979, and Drysdale was in the Bahamas, along with Bob Uecker, to broadcast a Superstar competition for ABC-TV. . AMD: Absolutely, absolutely, without question. Drysdales father pitched in the minor leagues until he suffered a back injury. "[14], In 1970, Drysdale started a broadcasting career that continued for the rest of his life: first for the Montreal Expos (19701971), then the Texas Rangers (1972), California Angels (19731979, 1981), Chicago White Sox (19821987), NBC (1977), ABC (1978[15]1986), and finally back in Los Angeles with the Dodgers (from 1988 until his death in 1993). inMontreal,Canada, High School: Van Nuys HS (Van Nuys, CA), Debut: Drysdale hosted a nationally syndicated radio show called Radio Baseball Cards. When I was pregnant, Doug Rader (the recently hired Angels manager) said to Don, I want the runt of that litter, Meyers said. Anyone can read what you share. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. was born, Dons daughter, Kelly, commented on the pressure he would unfortunately face from carrying the Drysdale name.. AMD: Maybe because I really didnt know who Donnie was, and certainly there was a huge age difference, maybe that was appealing to him. Don Drysdale was born on July 23, 1936 in Van Nuys, California, USA. Drysdale was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1984. But the short time I knew Don he was just so positive and there were so many happy things. $209.99 $69.99. MLB Central looks back on Don Drysdale's streak. Anyone can read what you share. Actor: The Greatest American Hero. [19] The couple had a daughter, Kelly, but divorced in 1982. Hall of Fame: Inducted as Player in 1984. Don Drysdale played for 2 teams; the Brooklyn Dodgers and Los Angeles Dodgers. Drysdale is survived by his wife, Ann Meyers Drysdale, a former all-America basketball player at the University of California at Los Angeles, a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and a network broadcaster of basketball games; two sons, Don Jr. and Darren, and a daughter, Drew, from his marriage to Meyers, and a daughter, Kelly, from a previous marriage. She misses their routines, like the family barbecue after a day game. The list of baseball luminaries was long. Currently, Don Drysdale is 86 years, 5 months and 20 days old. Don Drysdale Jr., 6, walked into his father's memorial service this morning and right away found a familiar face: Sandy Koufax. But then, during Drysdale's hey-day in Los Angeles, young scout Lasorda would see Drysdale mobbed. Drysdale had apparently carried the tape with him wherever he went since Kennedy's murder. " Uecker said. "First of all, she thought he was Don Meredith," Uecker said. Drysdale ended his career with 209 wins, 2,486 strikeouts, 167 complete games and 49 shutouts. Ann Meyers Drysdale remembers her Hall of Fame husband, https://www.tiktok.com/@baseballhall?lang=en. The service should be mandatory for every kid in America. "Don's glove clearly shows use over many, many seasons.". Don Jr., known as D.J., is 28 and works at an Internet company in Arizona; Darren is a 26-year-old college student; and daughter Drew is a 23-year-old UCLA history major interested in a music. So, Drysdale asked Uecker to be her mother's date. Don "DJ" Drysdale Jr., MBA Team Loan Officer at VIP Mortgage Inc Scottsdale, AZ. He also worked with his Angels' partner Dick Enberg on Los Angeles Rams football broadcasts from 19731976. She has been turned down for other broadcasting jobs for various reasons--even told her hair is too short, or that her look is not quite right. "@ClayTravis thanks for the photo last night. HOF: So the baseball family embraced you after Dons death? It wasnt as though athletic superiority was a physical requirement in a marriage partner. Or write about sports? Do you have a sports website? Sheesh, what's it going to be like eight years from now in Little League when some good-looking girl in a skirt starts throwing brushback pitches?". Donald Scott Drysdale (July 23, 1936 - July 3, 1993) was an American professional baseball player and television sports commentator. Uecker then sat down, the lights were dimmed, and a video of the highlights of Drysdale's career was shown, followed by a wedding video of him and Meyers, followed by home movies. "The 'Big Guy' was a giant of a man who walked among the giants," he said. 597 Drysdale Dr , Orange Park, FL 32065-5637 is a single-family home listed for rent at /mo. ", Gene Mauch, the former Phillie and Angel manager, also spoke. So when David and Kenny came home one weekend, Kenny said, Howd you like to go to UCLA? Don decorated the house by himself, Meyers says. He was born on my birthday (July 23) by accident--Donnie wasnt an accident, just being born on my birthday was, the Lord did that--so it was kind of a built-in name. Hall of Fame: With March Madness upon us, do you have fond memories from your time at UCLA? Showing Editorial results for don drysdale. Drysdale was 19 years old when he broke into the big leagues on April 17, 1956, with the Brooklyn Dodgers. In fact, the service had been delayed until today, so the team could attend. HOF: Can you talk about your path that currently finds you working for both WNBAs Phoenix Mercury and the NBAs Phoenix Suns? ), How Palm Springs ran out Black and Latino families to build a fantasy for rich, white people, At Willie Nelson 90, country, rock and rap stars pay tribute, but Willie and Trigger steal the show, Plaschke: Lakers live up to their legacy with a close-out win for the ages, Elliott: Pissed off Kings must improve in key areas to break Oilers playoff stranglehold, Shohei Ohtanis seventh home run of the season helps Angels avoid sweep, Florida Panthers upset record-setting Boston Bruins in Game 7 OT thriller, Dodgers dont need the long ball to finish sweep of Cardinals, Lakers vs. Warriors: What scouts expect in playoff series. What fascinated me as an athlete was just how well he understood the game. - BL-9879-93 (Milo Stewart, Jr. / National Baseball Hall of Fame). I remember walking down one of the corridors and seeing my mom . "There are a whole generation of fans alive today who followed him and saw him play," he said. . ft. home is a 4 bed, 2.5 bath property. Drysdale, who led the National League in strikeouts three times, is the second Dodger Hall of Famer to die within a week. The web site is SCPAuctions.com. I was playing for the New Jersey Gems in the Womens Basketball League, and had just come from the Indiana Pacers when I was invited to compete in the Superstars, Meyers said. Why is Frank McCourt really pushing this? In 1979, Drysdale covered the World Series Trophy presentation ceremonies for ABC. "[12], Said Hall of Famer Frank Robinson, "He was mean enough to do it, and he did it continuously. Or why did I get this award? "I do believe this is something Don would have thought of doing for his family. Most of Meyers family participated in sports, the best known of them Ann, brother Dave, a former UCLA basketball star who went on to the National Basketball Assn. ", Meyers Drysdale said timing played no part in the sale and that many of the items were in storage. Drysdale was replaced by Rick Monday in the broadcast booth. "It's. Most of Meyers' family participated in sports, the best known of them Ann, brother Dave, a former UCLA basketball star who went on to the. Shop >. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984, and had his number 53 retired at Dodger Stadium on July 1, 1984. (Age 19-269d, [22] Ronald Reagan was also a fan of Drysdale. Drysdale and Meyers had three children together: Don Junior ("DJ") (son), Darren (son), and Drew (daughter). I'll have to work a little harder now and plan things better. He wouldnt tell anybody about it hed just do it. Ed Johnson (at Morningside) opened the club for us a week early so we could have the wedding, Drysdale said. 1982 Topps #21 Cal Ripken Jr. Orioles Future Stars RC Rookie Card #21 EX-MT+ (#285197033623) See all feedback. 11,320th in major league history) Married in 1986, the couple had three children before he passed away at the age of 56 in 1993. His parents moved the family to Santa Barbara, California, four years later. Now 56, the same age as her father when he died, Kelly Drysdale particularly wanted his 1962 Cy Young Award, which has a minimum bid of $15,000. Well give you a scholarship, I was gobsmacked really. - BL-c84-24 (National Baseball Hall of Fame Library). It is somewhat of a mutual admiration society at the Drysdale house. "That was the one thing that was proudly and prominently displayed in every house in which I ever lived," she said. He was the one who kind of initiated it. ", Then, looking straight at 4-month-old Drew, Uecker said, "Annie says Drew is just like Donny, looks like him. Hed get so mad at me. Little D is already sinking baseballs--OK, whiffleballs--through a basketball hoop, and his coordination is seemingly above average for a 16-month-old. People have been very good to me. Don Drysdale, the Hall of Fame pitcher for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers whose hopping fastball and brushback pitches put fear into batters during 14 major league seasons, was found dead in his hotel room in Montreal on Saturday. I was just fortunate enough that coaches believed in my ability and they could move me around to different positions. - BL-9982-93 (Milo Stewart, Jr. / National Baseball Hall of Fame). We loved that you came out here but were going to move on, I was not happy. Birth Name: Donald Scott Drysdale Occupation: Baseball Player Place Of Birth: Los Angeles Date Of Birth: July 23, 1936 Date Of Death: July 3, 1993 Cause Of Death: N/A Ethnicity: White Nationality: American Don Drysdale was born on the 23rd of July, 1936. ", "It wasn't an easy decision," she said by phone from her home in Phoenix. "But you have to move them off the plate; you have to get them out of there. AMD: Don Jr. was born in 1987 on Dons birthday we did not plan that in Chicago when Don was broadcasting with the White Sox. The accolades, Donnie was never about that. It was a great choice, and not an easy song to sing. He led the National League with 41 starts, 314 1/3 innings pitched and 287 strikeouts. On November 1, 1986, he married basketball player Ann Meyers, who took the name Ann Meyers-Drysdale. It has to ring six times, then the fax machine picks up. LOS ANGELES Darren Drysdale clutched his mother's ankles as if they were his favorite teddy bear. When he hadn't arrived by game time, the police were called to the team hotel and found Drysdale's body upon breaking into his locked room. You can go down the list with Duke Snider and Sandy Koufax and Bob Uecker and Pee Wee Reese and Ted Williams and Mickey Mantle, they were his brothers. Drysdale and Meyers have three children-Don Jr., Darren and Drew Ann. But while Campanella's family requested a private service that drew 200 people, the Dodgers advertised today's service on their recent television broadcasts and the resultant crowds of fans had to be partitioned off in a parking lot. During Drysdale's 14-year baseball career, the fierce 6-foot-6 right-hander, nicknamed "Big D," compiled a 209-166 record with a career earned-run average of 2.95. . You should see the first time she held a golf club. - BL-1376-68 (National Baseball Hall of Fame Library) HOF: You must have heard about Don's reputation as a pitcher who would pitch inside, right? He was 20 days shy of 57. View Don Drysdale's Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos). . There are not many leaders.. A collector's edition of the program was re-released in 2007 as a podcast.[16]. "Everybody at the ballpark has been so supportive. You see 24 guys living in 24 different single rooms on the road, and in some instances, taking 24 different cabs to the stadium.". Self-guided tour or VIP experience. But there was something that set Donnie apart. That just happens to be working out, too. It's also available for football, basketball and hockey. Drysdale items go to auction despite objections, Harper may return Tue., 160 days post-TJ surgery, Rangers ace deGrom 'frustrated' to land on IL, Twins will shut P Mahle down for at least 4 weeks, Cards broadcaster, 2-time champ Shannon dies, Giants' Yastrzemski (hamstring) likely IL-bound, Yankees to evaluate Judge's hip strain Monday, Mexico City's uphill climb toward landing an MLB franchise. Id rather have someone that says something than nothing, Drysdale adds. Drysdale was occasionally used as a pinch-hitter, once during the World Series. In 5 World Series. I went through the three-day process with two practices a day. But she's not used to doing it all without "Donnie.". Lieut. In the very last one, D. J. sings "Take Me Out To the Ballgame" on Drysdale's lap. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. Im blessed in so many ways that it became more. The cause of death was a heart attack, the Dodgers said. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. I grew up playing against the guys so you had to learn how to post up, you had to learn to shoot outside, and you had to handle the ball. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. The child, otherwise known as "D. J.," said hello, and Koufax waved. All rights reserved. "He was a modern-day hero to us. Radio Baseball Cards aired on 38 stations, including WNBC New York, KSFO San Francisco and WEEI Boston, as a pre-game show. Sports is a base for what your life is all about, because once you get out of competing in sports, you have to learn how to get along with workers, your boss. Not when she has Don's children, Don's parents and sister, Don's daughter from a previous marriage, her parents, nine brothers and sisters and lots of good friends for support. . As the team left for the stadium the next morning, Drysdale was not with them. Drysdale was a star pitcher from 1956 to 1969. Don Drysdale Baseball 1960 Season Sports Trading Cards & Accessories, He was previously married to Ann Meyers and Ginger Drysdale. According to stats provided by retrosheet.org, the Dodgers scored an average of 4.09 . In 1963, he struck out 251 batters and won Game 3 of the World Series at Los Angeles's Dodger Stadium over the Yankees, 10. Just a typical Hollywood story. I think many times girls are not geared toward achievement and I believe sports has a lot to do with that. Its a challenge just to get this interview in, Meyers said. "Some have struggled with it, but it's the right thing to do.". Drysdale was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1984. Reserve your tickets, map your route, and work out all the details for your arrival in Cooperstown. HOF: And you and your brother David were All-Americans in the same year, right? "Once the manager came out to the mound and instructed me to walk a batter. Sounds like a movie script. In 1965, Sandy Koufax declined to pitch the first game of the World Series because it was on Yom Kippur, a Jewish holy day. She misses how she could say, "Your turn," when one of the three children had absorbed her last drop of energy. . Don Drysdale Jr., 6, walked into his father's memorial service this morning and right away found a familiar face: Sandy Koufax. Frick (broadcasters), BBWAA Career Excellence (writers) and O'Neil (lifetime achievement). But then to work for the Phoenix Mercury and the Suns and win a couple of WNBA championships and be a part of three. Meyers is so aware of the pressure to excel in sports that awaits Donnie, that she has already made an attempt to establish his separate identity. Some high school data is courtesy David McWater. AMD: The first time I went was in 1984 when Donnie was inducted, then I came again in 1993 after he had passed, and then came again in 1997 when Tommy (Lasorda) went in. During a 2015 telephone interview from her home in Huntington Beach, Calif., Ann Meyers Drysdale, the 1993 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee, talked about life both on and off the court. "[citation needed]. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. ', "You look at the positives. Drysdale made his Major League Baseball debut for. Even Meyers grandfather played ball in the Chicago White Sox organization. Drysdale, 53, grew up in Van Nuys, an only child. Name: Drysdale Jr., Don: Gender: M: born on: 23 July 1987 at 08:52 (= 08:52 AM ) Place: Chicago, Illinois, 41n51, 87w39 : Timezone: CDT h5w (is daylight saving time) Data source: News report: After he passed away, guys would tell me stories about things that Donnie would do without letting people know. Meyers visited Cooperstown, N.Y., home of baseball's Hall of Fame, to hear the stories. When you wake up at three-thirty every morning, and you realize that some of your buddies are just getting in back home, it gives you a lot of discipline. There were floral arrangements in the shape of a baseball and a microphone, for Drysdale had most recently been a Dodger broadcaster. She goes to Dodger Stadium, just as they did when Don was there. "If my dad wanted to get rid of these things, he probably would have.". vs. PHI 1.0 IP, 0 H, 0 SO, 1 BB, 0 ER, Last Game: Playing Nintendo in the den while sitting under Drysdales Cy Young plaque could be a little intimidating. While at ABC Sports, Drysdale not only did baseball telecasts, but also regional college football games as well as Superstars and Wide World of Sports. You thought you were hot stuff being a major league pitcher, and then you went to Fort Dix and found out that it doesnt matter who you were. Cotto going back to the wallit's gone! Fortunately, it was the right decision and the player that we traded for helped us win two WNBA championships. I have to cheat to beat her, Drysdale said. In his final start of the year, Hershiser needed to pitch 10 shutout innings to set the mark meaning not only that he would have to prevent the San Diego Padres from scoring, but that his own team would also need to fail to score in order to ensure extra innings. Don Jr., 6, got to have his mom put on a basketball clinic at school last weekend. [3][20], The Dodgers noted the death of their former star pitcher during the broadcast of the game later on that day. And Tommy Lasorda, he just basically took the kids in, and Peter OMalley (Dodgers owner at the time), I just cant say enough about the Dodger organization. . Some defensive statistics Copyright Sports Info Solutions, 2010-2023. Sutton passed away at age 75 on Tuesday morning.. The other day, somebody even asked me how they could teach their 8-year old to throw a curveball. He died on 3 July 1993 in Montral, Qubec, Canada. It was not an easy decision for me but once I made the decision I thought, Im just going to put everything into it. I know physically, mentally and emotionally, it was the best I was ever prepared to play the game of basketball. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. ", Informed of her stepdaughter's comments, Meyers said, "It's a family matter and I'll leave it at that.". Uecker went on to relate how Drysdale was "the Felix Unger of sports," hated fingerprints on his bathroom mirror and "if you slept at his house and weren't up by 5 or 6, he'd make the bed no matter if you were in it. He was such a good friend.". Drysdale pitched for teams that did not offer much run support. His post-game interview with Seaver was carried live by both the Sox' network and the Yankees' longtime flagship television station WPIX. 'Believe in the power of cheese': How a group of rookies helped give the Brewers the best vibes in baseball, Fantasy baseball: Load up on San Diego bats this weekend, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Meyers, 30, is 1 of 11 children, the majority of whom get together every Christmas Eve at the house where Ann grew up, in La Habra. [13] Drysdale led the NL in hit batters for four straight seasons from 1958 to 1961. Shop >. "He had a tremendous life," she said, "and it's a chance to share with people.". [12] They had set an NL record the year before for strikeouts by teammates, with a combined total of 592. Born: If she is accepted in February, she will be the first female basketball player to receive the honor. Family (1) Spouse He knew who she was--a 4-year All-American from UCLA, and the first woman to be drafted and given a tryout by an NBA team, the Indiana Pacers. When Hershiser broke Drysdale's record, Drysdale came onto the field to hug him, and said, "Oh, I'll tell ya, congratulations And at least you kept it in the family. She worked the room this way, greeting people at a reception held in her honor and also satisfying her 3-year-old's plea for attention. I met him in 1979. . Drysdale was selected to 10 National League All-Star teams and set major league records of 6 consecutive shutouts and 58 consecutive scoreless innings in 1968. There were alternately tears and laughs, as approximately 900 people crammed the Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale, including some Dodger players who had arrived home from New York at 3:30 this morning. Search instead in Creative? Uecker said she agreed to go out to dinner with Drysdale, but only if her mother came along. It could never be the same again. The fans were not happy with me at all. More to explore : Topps Don Drysdale Baseball 1960 Season Sports Trading Cards & Accessories, . 17 SoCal hiking trails that are blooming with wildflowers (but probably not for long! Born in Van Nuys, Calif., Drysdale was a high school phenomenon whom the Dodgers signed in 1954 for a $4,000 bonus and a salary of $600 a month. Certainly when wed be at home hed have a game on TV and wed sit and watch it. They had asked me to move over after we had won a couple of WNBA championships, from GM, to kind of focus a little bit more on broadcasting and be out in the community a little bit more and speaking to season ticketholders and schools and so forth. The 2,220 sq. He was known for being a Baseball Player. Ann Meyers Drysdale, the Hall of Fame basketball player who was married to the Hall of Fame pitcher, is putting the items up for auction starting Wednesday. HOF: But I read you didnt know much about baseball at the time. Don Drysdale holds baseballs commemorating his record of 58 2/3rds scoreless innings streak in 1968. [12], Drysdale's body was cremated and his ashes were placed in the Utility Columbarium in the Great Mausoleum at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California. He knew who I was because I was just coming off my tryout with the Pacers. Only two weeks ago, another Dodger, Roy Campanella, had been eulogized. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. Drew, 5 months, has a collection of tapes, mementoes and stories that will help her know her dad. Drysdale won the 1962 Cy Young Award and in 1968 pitched a record six consecutive shutouts and .mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}58+23 consecutive scoreless innings. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Drysdale kept the fans' interest with stories of his playing days.[12]. [1] After his playing career, he became a radio/television broadcaster. View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. I had planned on playing on the boys varsity team during the regular school season but a lot of things were said. Ann Meyers Drysdale has a knack for such balancing acts. Along the way she met Don Drysdale, the former Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher who won 209 games during his Hall of Fame career. And Uecker helped turn the somber occasion into a celebration of a strong and spirited man's life. I was fortunate enough to be at Cooperstown when Don was inducted and it was a sight to behold, Meyers said. Why waste four pitches when one will do? The Dodgers' anemic offense obliged, and Hershiser pitched the first 10 innings of a scoreless tie, with the Padres eventually prevailing 21 in 16 innings. She said the only baseball item she has is his 1959 World Series championship ring, which she received from her late grandparents, along with a necklace her father had made using a diamond from the ring. A 'Free Agent' in 1966. AMD: Baseball was too boring for me. They were married in November, 1986, at Morningside Country Club. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Not that they couldnt use an agent--or even a secretary--because their phones never stop ringing. This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. HOF: Im guessing with your size you played point guard? I had no words for it. And during this time I could go into the mens basketball coachs office and they kind of took me under their wing. I have to do it. Drysdale was first missed when the Dodgers boarded the bus for the trip to the Expos' ball park for their Saturday night game. In 1965 he was the Dodgers' only .300 hitter and tied his own National League record for pitchers with seven home runs. Meyers was one of the candidates for the Clippers radio commentary job for this season. Publicly she has put up a cheery front since July 3, the day Don Drysdale died of a heart attack in a Montreal hotel. It was never about him, either, when he was announcing. So Drysdale and Koufax were paired again, although each knew Don Drysdale Sr. -- who died July 3 at 56, apparently of a heart attack -- in a different way. We thought he was Player of the Year but they gave it to David Thompson. A silent timeout is called in their office, located adjacent to Donnies room, where many special moments have been preserved in the squiggly writing on what seems like 100 baseballs: First win in Montreal, 4-27-55, 15-0 , 6 hits ; 7th home runs ties pitcher record for hits in 1 season, 1958 . Below we countdown to Don Drysdale upcoming birthday. Kelly is Drysdales only child from his former marriage to Ginger Drysdale, which ended in divorce. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. AMD: Yes. He shot her a playful grin from the floor, and she responded with a tug of her foot. SUMMARY Career WAR 67.1 W 209 L 166 ERA 2.95 G 518 GS 465 SV 6 IP 3432.0 SO 2486 In 1990, Drysdale published his autobiography, Once a Bum, Always a Dodger. Hey, Danny DeVito! Meyers was a UCLA All-American and Olympic basketball star, and is in the.
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