Showing posts with label Tony Gwynn. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tony Gwynn. Show all posts

Monday, June 16, 2014

Tony Gwynn: 1960 - 2014


"Ted Williams said that now and then, he would smell smoke when he fouled a ball off - and I do too. When the seams hit the bat just right, I smell smoke."

RIP

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Tony Gwynn


On this date in 1999, Tony Gwynn records his 3000th hit.

"Just take the swing. Don't muscle the swing."

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Tony Gwynn


Born on today's date, Tony Gwynn.

"Of all the things I accomplished as a player, I think winning that first Gold Glove is still the biggest accomplishment."

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Tony Gwynn


On this date in 1982, in his major league debut, Tony Gwynn doubles off Sid Monge of the Phillies for his first major league hit.

"Ted Williams said that now and then, he would smell smoke when he fouled a ball off - and I do too. When the seams hit the bat just right, I smell smoke."

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Tony Gwynn


Born on today's date, Tony Gwynn.

"No, I just suck right now." - when asked during the 1998 NLCS whether an injury was causing him to slump

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Tony Gwynn


On this date in 1997, Tony Gwynn ties Honus Wagner's record by winning his eighth National League batting title.

"Just take the swing. Don't muscle the swing."

Monday, May 9, 2011

Tony Gwynn


Born on today's date, Tony Gwynn.

"Of all the things I accomplished as a player, I think winning that first Gold Glove is still the highest achievement."