30 Years
Today is August 2, 2009, which means it was 30-years ago to the day that Thurman Munson died. For a young Yankees' fan in New York, it was one the first times he really learned about death and loss. Thirty years on, the topic is sadly too familiar and the losses sting just as sharply.
So take a moment today and think of #15. Think of the orange chest protector, think of the man who was described as "the heart and soul" of the Yankees.
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The respect I have for him as a Captain and player is high and as a fan of the opposition that hopefully says a lot. It sucks when the good guys/heroes are taken away too soon.
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August 2, 2009 02:23 PM
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I, too, was a young Yankees fan. It hurt to lose him then, it still hurts to think about it now. I will never forget Bobby Murcer's contributions under the most trying circumstances imaginable in that dramatic 5-4 win against the Orioles, nor will I forget the standing ovation the fans gave Thurman. There weren't many dry eyes in the Stadium that night. It still brings a lump to my throat when I watch videos of it. For that one night, the Yankees were again the champions of all baseball.
Posted by: Greg | August 2, 2009 05:54 PM |
I watched Munson throughout his career. He was a terrific clutch hitter. If there was a runner on second base, he and Piniella were the best I ever saw when it came to stroking it to right to knock the runner in.
He had a quick release, blocked the ball well, and handled pitchers very well.
I'm looking foward to reading the new biography of Munson, which received very good reviews.
Posted by: Corey | August 3, 2009 11:55 AM |