Johnny Kucks: 1933 - 2013

"Larsen (for his perfect game in the World Series) got a car. I got a fishing rod." - on the gift he received after shutting out the Dodgers to win the 1956 World Series

RIP 

Don Larsen

On this date in 1956, Don Larsen of the Yankees pitches the only perfect game in World Series history beating the Brooklyn Dodgers 2-0.

"No, why should I?" - when asked if he ever gets tired of talking about his perfect game.

Don Larsen

Born on this date, Don Larsen.

"Is that the best game you ever pitched?" - question from a reporter after his perfect game in the 1956 World Series

Don Larsen

On this date in 1956, Don Larsen of the Yankees pitches the only perfect game is World Series history beating the Brooklyn Dodgers 2-0.

"No, why should I?" - when asked if he ever gets tired of talking about his perfect game

Don Larsen

Born on today's date, Don Larsen.

"Is that the best game you ever pitched?" - question asked by a reporter after his perfect game in the 1956 World Series

I just saw Don Larsen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives!

Guy Fieri asked him how he liked this one place and he said he liked it.

He blew it though because he didn't say "perfect"!

I think he needs a little more self-awareness.

Don Larsen

On this date in 1956, Don Larsen of the Yankees pitches the only perfect game in World Series history beating the Brooklyn Dodgers 2-0.

"No, why should why?" - when asked if he ever gets tired of talking about his perfect game