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10/21: Happy Birthday to the Chairman of the Board

Posted by: Michael

Today is Charles Edward "Whitey" Ford's birthday.

Happy 77th Whitey!

From his website:
236-106 career record
2.74 lifetime ERA
.690 lifetime win percentage
8 WORLD TITLES

Wikipedia has some good information on him as well (highlights):
He was given the name Whitey in the minor leagues for his blond almost white hair.
He was given the title, "Chairman of the Board" for his ability to remain calm and in command during intense pressure situations.
He was given the nickname, "Slick" for his craftiness on the mound.

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Patrick wrote:

Have a good one. :)

10/22 10:07:26

Seamus wrote:

Whitey's always been a favorite of mine. One of my younger brothers used to have a physical therapist who happened to be his niece, so I got a signed baseball from him. :-)

10/22 13:01:33

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10/21: Happy Birthday to the Chairman of the Board

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