Is it true you two met at Superstars (a made-for-TV sports competition that had athletes from different sports competing in a number of events) in 1980? inMontreal,Canada, High School: Van Nuys HS (Van Nuys, CA), Debut: 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. Don Drysdale was born on Thursday, July 23, 1936, in Van Nuys, California. Don Drysdale and Commissioner Bowie Kuhn show off an image of Drysdales Hall of Fame plaque at Hall of Fame Weekend 1984 in Cooperstown. His post-game interview with Seaver was carried live by both the Sox' network and the Yankees' longtime flagship television station WPIX. Hershiser almost did not pitch in the 10th inning, in deference to Drysdale, but was convinced to take the mound and try to break the record. . Kelly Drysdale is the only child from her father's first marriage. On October 6, 1984, at San Diego's Jack Murphy Stadium, Game 4 of the NLCS ended when Padres first baseman Steve Garvey hit a two-run home run off of Lee Smith. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. [11][circular reference]. - BL-9982-93 (Milo Stewart, Jr. / National Baseball Hall of Fame). "I might understand if it was a matter of money, but if it's just to get them out of storage, why not offer them to the family first?" "It's great to not only hear stories from fans but his old teammates. And I say it to you as best I can with a broken heart. MLB Central looks back on Don Drysdale's streak. He and Bob Uecker were the broadcasters for ABC. 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. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. AMD: It was the best decision I ever made in my life. Don Drysdale, Hall of Fame pitcher and Dodger broadcaster, was found dead in his Montreal hotel room Saturday, apparently the victim of a heart attack. "He was a modern-day hero to us. 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. Several broadcast team members were sent back to the hotel once the team realized Drysdale had not arrived at the stadium, and when hotel personnel went up to Drysdale's room they discovered his body lying face down on the floor. ", As a broadcaster, Drysdale was in his sixth season with the Dodgers and his 22d over all. Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. Exceeded rookie limits during 1956 season, View Player Bio You could count on him doing it. . His career included 10 years with ABC. 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. They even share the same golf handicap, 11. In 1962, Drysdale won 25 games and the Cy Young Award. This one, though, I think youll forgive. 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. Drysdale on the call: Deep right field, way back. I thought I had played well enough to go on to the next level. AMD: Baseball was too boring for me. Ann Meyers Drysdale is forever at home in Cooperstown. ", Meyers Drysdale said timing played no part in the sale and that many of the items were in storage. Currently, Don Drysdale is 86 years, 5 months and 20 days old. I have to do it. She said her relationship with Meyers Drysdale had been cordial up until now, and that she has spent time with her stepsiblings over the years. [19] The couple had a daughter, Kelly, but divorced in 1982. Their treasures, however, are displayed in the den--the Broderick Cup that Meyers received in 1978 as the nations best female athlete; Drysdales 1962 Cy Young Award and Baseball Hall of Fame plaques. A $300-million (minimum) gondola to Dodger Stadium? You go on because of Donnie, because of Don Drysdale and the man he was. I had no idea what Don had accomplished in his baseball career and had not heard of him as a broadcaster.. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. I was thinking, Not this too. Then the pro came down and gave her a few pointers and all of a sudden, here I had been struggling with the game all my life, and she picks up the club and shes halfway there., That little guy in there, Drysdale replied, pointing to Donnies room. She calls him D.J. . . It's also available for football, basketball and hockey. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Im sure he was put in a very difficult position. That moment, said Drysdale, was the biggest thrill of his career. They put pressure on the kids to win and to succeed, and, sure you want to win, but you want to learn while you win. 17 SoCal hiking trails that are blooming with wildflowers (but probably not for long! Let your child play the game. But there was something that set Donnie apart. See About archive blog posts. Drysdale pitched for teams that did not offer much run support. Meyers was one of the candidates for the Clippers radio commentary job for this season. "I've been very lucky," Meyers said at a Women's Sports Foundation event honoring her recent induction into the basketball Hall of Fame. There is not attempt, though, to downplay athletics. As long as you give it your best, there is nothing more you can do. Below we countdown to Don Drysdale upcoming birthday. So its worked out great. I gave it my best shot, and, like Don says, many times the decision is in somebody elses hands. SUMMARY Career WAR 67.1 W 209 L 166 ERA 2.95 G 518 GS 465 SV 6 IP 3432.0 SO 2486 That year, he also won 23 games and helped the Dodgers to their third World Championship in Los Angeles. Born: ), 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. 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. (Laughs) I didnt really follow baseball. Don Drysdale will celebrate 87th birthday on a Sunday 23rd of July 2023. He amassed a career record of 209 victories and 167 losses. . This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. And Uecker helped turn the somber occasion into a celebration of a strong and spirited man's life. The other day, somebody even asked me how they could teach their 8-year old to throw a curveball. "They're very personalized and customized," he said. A 'Free Agent' in 1966. 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. Now, he says, hes on pins and needles waiting to see if Annie makes it. Don Drysdale Jr. natal chart (Placidus) natal chart English style (Equal houses) natal chart with Whole Sign houses. 17 SoCal hiking trails that are blooming with wildflowers (but probably not for long! AMD: Yes. He was previously married to Ann Meyers and Ginger Drysdale. Search instead in Creative? It wasnt as though athletic superiority was a physical requirement in a marriage partner. For son Donnie, or the next child--God willing, both say--these parents will be a tough act to follow. Family (1) Spouse Don Drysdale was born in Van Nuys, California in July 1936 and passed away in July 1993. " Words From Uecker. AMD: Absolutely, absolutely, without question. He shot her a playful grin from the floor, and she responded with a tug of her foot. 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. This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. Drysdale batted .300 with 7 home runs in 1965 and had 29 career homers. Drysdale age 23, right and Darren Drysdale age 21, left, sons of Hall of Famer and former Los Angeles Dodger Don Drysdale, throw out the ceremonial first pitches before the game against the Washington Nationals at Dodger Stadium on July 23, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. Im not going to let them talk me out of it a second time. I thought it was an opportunity of a lifetime. She said a portion of the proceeds would go to as yet-undecided charities and the rest "to help my kids down the road. 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. She paused, apologizing for the one moment when her composure wavered. I said, Why would you want to teach an 8-year-old a curveball and hurt his arm? Back to home page Return to top. HOF: And you and your brother David were All-Americans in the same year, right? But there was something special about Donnie. Anyone can read what you share. Don Drysdale was elected into the Hall of Fame in 1984. Self-guided tour or VIP experience. I was a freshman and my brother was a senior during the 1974-75 season. After UCLA, all of a sudden I get a call from the Indiana Pacers Sam Nassi, whos the new owner and lives in California. Discover one-of-a-kind artifacts and get lost in sweeping exhibitions that explore pivotal moments in the game and its impact far beyond the field. 191 Days 15 Hours 47 Minutes 21 Seconds Recent Birthday Highlights 84th birthday - Thursday, July 23, 2020 Dodgers Dugout: Opening Day is almost here Imler said Drysdale's game-used gloves would be likely the most prized by collectors. You should see the first time she held a golf club. He was previously married to Ann Meyers and Ginger Drysdale. Somebodys watching over me, no question. We thought he was Player of the Year but they gave it to David Thompson. 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 things set you back and they hurt you to the core," she said. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984, and had his number 53 retired at Dodger Stadium on July 1, 1984. They make the boys feel like they're part of the Dodgers because Don was such a part of the ballclub. I met him in 1979. . Los Angeles Dodgers Don Drysdale Gray Authentic Men's Away Player Jersey. may go through. was born, Dons daughter, Kelly, commented on the pressure he would unfortunately face from carrying the Drysdale name.. HOF: More than four decades later, how do you look at your 1979 tryout with the Pacers? After he passed away, guys would tell me stories about things that Donnie would do without letting people know. "I do believe this is something Don would have thought of doing for his family. Among the personal belongings found in Drysdale's hotel room was a cassette tape of Robert F. Kennedy's victory speech after the 1968 California Democratic presidential primary, a speech given only moments before Senator Kennedy's assassination. Many thanks to him. She is frequently in touch with colleges, seeking information. But she's not used to doing it all without "Donnie.". Then she saw what kind of money they were giving away, and she trained and won it the next 3 years, Drysdale bragged. [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. "It's been tough on them," she said. But theres more to this couple than trophies. Drysdale was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1984. Drysdale and Koufax took part in a famous salary holdout together in the spring of 1966. . Don Drysdale, Hall of Fame Pitcher, Dies at 56, https://www.nytimes.com/1993/07/05/obituaries/don-drysdale-hall-of-fame-pitcher-dies-at-56.html. [1] After his playing career, he became a radio/television broadcaster. 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. The 166 lots include Don Drysdale's World Series championship rings from 1963 and 1965; both carry minimum bids of $15,000. According to stats provided by retrosheet.org, the Dodgers scored an average of 4.09 . Radio Baseball Cards aired on 38 stations, including WNBC New York, KSFO San Francisco and WEEI Boston, as a pre-game show. Former Dodgers pitchers and Hall of Famers Don Sutton, right, and Sandy Koufax chat before an Old-Timers game on June 8, 2013 at Dodger Stadium. 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. We loved that you came out here but were going to move on, I was not happy. Koufax knew him as a strapping Dodger Hall of Famer who pitched inside to make hitters do swan dives, while D. J. knew him as a bear-hugging parent who taught him only one song in its entirety: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame. "First of all, she thought he was Don Meredith," Uecker said. Their viewpoint on raising children and encouraging their participation also seems to be the same. LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 23: D.J. AMD: Right, David was a senior and most deservedly so. She misses their routines, like the family barbecue after a day game. On August 14, 1983, while broadcasting for the White Sox, Drysdale generated some controversy while covering a heated argument between an umpire and Sox manager Tony La Russa. 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. Why waste four pitches when one will do? PIT 6.0 IP, 8 H, 2 SO, 1 BB, 2 ER. Contrast With Campanella Rites. . In the speech, Kennedy had noted, to the cheers of the crowd, that Drysdale had pitched his sixth straight shutout that evening. In the very last one, D. J. sings "Take Me Out To the Ballgame" on Drysdale's lap. "That was the one thing that was proudly and prominently displayed in every house in which I ever lived," she said. 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. Drysdale remarked, "Go get 'em, Dago!". Ann Meyers athletic prowess in womens basketball is legendary. 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 career. The service should be mandatory for every kid in America. In 1979, Drysdale covered the World Series Trophy presentation ceremonies for ABC. In 1984, Drysdale called play-by-play (alongside Reggie Jackson and Earl Weaver) for the National League Championship Series between the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs. More bio, uniform, draft, salary info Don Drysdale Van Nuys 19621984 He was an actor, known for The Greatest American Hero (1981), The Last Time I Saw Archie (1961) and Gypsy Angels (1990). Drysdale played in five World Series and was a member of the Dodgers' World Series championship teams in 1959, 1963 and 1965. Certainly things I did not know.". Meyers may soon have another plaque to add. Playing Nintendo in the den while sitting under Drysdales Cy Young plaque could be a little intimidating. He was 20 days shy of 57. 597 Drysdale Dr , Orange Park, FL 32065-5637 is a single-family home listed for rent at /mo. I think many times girls are not geared toward achievement and I believe sports has a lot to do with that. My advice is to let the kids play, let them have fun. [23] They were returned to his family in February 2002 and scattered the next year.[24][25]. Drysdale is planning the annual charity golf tournament that he holds in January; Meyers is preparing for a Loyola mens basketball game. And I looked back five years before that and said, Well, people talked me out of it one time. Annie helped me decorate, I didnt do it myself, Drysdale says. He was inducted into baseball's Hall of Fame in 1984. Reserve your tickets, map your route, and work out all the details for your arrival in Cooperstown. Though ultimately cut by the Indiana Pacers during a preseason tryout camp, she has continued to stay involved with the game as a player, broadcaster and front office executive. 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. The web site is SCPAuctions.com. I would have liked to have gone on to the next round of the free agent rookie camp. But now, obviously, after meeting Donnie, I was just totally involved in it. On November 1, 1986, he married basketball player Ann Meyers, who took the name Ann Meyers-Drysdale. 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. But you can't ask why because then you'd have to ask, `Well, why did I have this talent? In 5 World Series. Growing up in pickup games, size never really mattered to me. He was 20 days shy of 57. 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. . The difference today is the emphasis on winning, Drysdale said. Why is Frank McCourt really pushing this? A $300-million (minimum) gondola to Dodger Stadium? Drew, also a high-jump star on the Huntington Beach track team, plans to attend UCLA in the fall. Drysdale was a good hitting pitcher. View More Videos. And during this time I could go into the mens basketball coachs office and they kind of took me under their wing. Scott had a brief career as a minor-league pitcher in 1935, the year before Don was born. Drysdale's 14-year big league career ended in 1969 at the age of 32. Drew, 5 months, has a collection of tapes, mementoes and stories that will help her know her dad. But you realize it's the people in your life who make you rich.". Subscribe to Stathead Baseball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Baseball Reference Database. She said she believes her experience as an athlete has added to her resilience. You see 24 guys living in 24 different single rooms on the road, and in some instances, taking 24 different cabs to the stadium.". Drysdale, 53, grew up in Van Nuys, an only child. Unfortunately, parents, God bless them, are their own worst enemies. The Basketball Hall of Famer Ann Meyers -- Drysdale's widow, who carried in their 4-month-old daughter, Drew, and a 4-year-old son, Darren -- specifically asked Bob Uecker to deliver a speech. ", Michele Himmelberg and Orange County Register. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. And theres a picture of Meyers, the first women to carry the U.S. flag, at the 1978 Pan American games in Puerto Rico. Home run Garvey! 1 one month into the season? Meyers was a UCLA All-American and Olympic basketball star, and is in the basketball Hall of Fame. It was about the game. Our daughter had just been born in March 1993 and Donny passed away in July 1993. He was a pitcher who batted and threw right handed. 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. She misses how she could say, "Your turn," when one of the three children had absorbed her last drop of energy. I do the best I can. Join this group of highly engaged supporters and enjoy exclusive experiences in Cooperstown and around the country. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. us, Died: 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. Ranking MLB's radical City Connect uniforms: Which one's No. The youngest of their three children, Drew Drysdale, graduated from Huntington Beach High on Thursday and was the guest performer at the graduation ceremony. Meyers Drysdale said sorting through boxes of memorabilia brought "a lot of laughs, memories and tears." . Twenty days short of celebrating Don Jr.'s. In 1965 he was the Dodgers' only .300 hitter and tied his own National League record for pitchers with seven home runs. . A collector's edition of the program was re-released in 2007 as a podcast.[16]. 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. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Just a typical Hollywood story. He was the one who kind of initiated it. Find out more. "This is a new plan God has for me. Some defensive statistics Copyright Sports Info Solutions, 2010-2023. Rookie Status: LOS ANGELES Darren Drysdale clutched his mother's ankles as if they were his favorite teddy bear. She has been nominated to the Basketball Hall of Fame. Do you have a blog? So Ann is doing all she can to extend the memory of Don Drysdale. 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I took the kids when Tommy Lasorda had gone in but they were way too young, so for them to back this past year they were all overwhelmed because now they could appreciate it and understood it a lot more. It has always been dominated by the male and you can see their energy in how they compete. He said, How would you like a tryout? My brother David was already playing for the Bucks. [1][2], One of the most dominant pitchers of the late 1950s to mid 1960s,[1] Drysdale stood 6ft 5in (1.96m) tall and was not afraid to throw pitches near batters to keep them off balance. In high school, between my junior and senior years, I played in the boys summer basketball league and I wanted to try out for the boys high school team, Meyers said. Showing Editorial results for don drysdale. They were married in November, 1986, at Morningside Country Club. She has juggled her broadcast career and family life for nearly seven years, mixing in the commitments of a Hall of Fame husband and more recently her own Hall of Fame celebrity status. They held out in tandem in 1966, missing spring training before settling for more than $100,000 each, the first pitchers to reach six figures. "I went to laugh and to cry," she said. She has been in the broadcasting business for 9 years, and still hasnt cracked the top. 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. Ann Meyers Drysdale: I was fortunate enough to be there when my brother David was there, and Coach Wooden (UCLA mens basketball coach John Wooden), who really made an impact on my life. A season later, he had a 17-9 record and earned a reputation as not being afraid to throw at old pros. Don Drysdale, center, celebrates after pitching the Dodgers to a Game 4 win in the 1965 World Series. The cause of death was a heart attack, the Dodgers said. I am concerned about what D.J. The child, otherwise known as "D. J.," said hello, and Koufax waved. ", Then, looking straight at 4-month-old Drew, Uecker said, "Annie says Drew is just like Donny, looks like him. ", Gene Mauch, the former Phillie and Angel manager, also spoke. A Fastball Called Fear. We call him Donnie, but he is a junior (Don Drysdale Jr.), said Drysdale in their Rancho Mirage home. Added Meyers: I dont think the kids are learning today--not only the fundamentals of the game, but what the game is for--how to get along with kids, how to communicate with the coach. Let it ring, Annie, Drysdale yells out while counting the rings. AMD: It was very difficult for Slick Leonard, who was the coach, because he came from a generation where women were in the home raising a family and not out on the basketball court with a bunch of guys. During Drysdale's 14-year. When Walter Alston, the manager, came to the mound to remove him from the game, Drysdale said, "I bet right now you wish I was Jewish, too." Drysdale, of course, is the Dodgers Hall of Fame right-hander and former announcer who died of a heart attack in 1993. "Get his, too," Lasorda would say to the fans. She said her mother, Ginger, and Drysdale's only sibling, Nancy, feel the same as she does. There were no exceptions.[10]. When I was a freshman I was able to play for a guy named Kenny Washington, who was one of Coach Woodens players that won a couple of championships. - BL-1361-68 (National Baseball Hall of Fame Library), Don Drysdale was one of the most intimidating pitchers of his era, winning 209 games in 14 seasons with the Dodgers while helping his team win five National League pennants and three World Series titles. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions.
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