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