The King is gone

[bkbjones]

I had the privilege of working 3 games ofr Eddie, one in about 1975, another in the late 80s, and another in the early 90s. Early 90s he obviously was just a shadow - albeit a large one - of his former self. He went into the bit with the blindfold, and I whispered to the catcher that I was gonna piss Eddie off.
Called the pitch - a strike right down the chute - a ball. Ohhhh, did he show his Marine side. But, the catcher, me, and the crowd all had a great laugh at Eddie's expense. And, that was part of what Eddie was all about - entertaining the fans. He brought joy to tens of millions over 60 years around the world. My world is better for having had the privilege of being on the same field (and getting an autographed softball for my collection).

[blue]

I played against Eddie and the Court in the late 70's. I could'nt tell you if he threw over 100 because i never saw the ball. I just took the ump at his word when he called strikes. We did win the game tho.