Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Ryne Duren


On this date in 2011, Ryne Duren passed away at age 82.

"Ryne could throw the heck out of the ball. He threw fear into some hitters. I remember he had several pairs of glasses but it didn't seem like he saw good in any of them." - Yogi Berra 

2 comments:

Hackenbush said...

I don't think I own one but I've always liked his 1963 Topps card. The dark glasses give the impression of a blind man. That's reassuring to a hitter.
http://www.bradyscards.com/baseball/1963_Topps/1963_Topps_17_Ryne_Duren_front.jpg

Contrary Guy said...

All he needs is the cane to walk on out to the mound. The ultimate in intimidation.