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sports4 days ago

Sudden Sam McDowell, 1960s pitching ace, dies at 84

Sam McDowell, the left-handed pitcher known as 'Sudden Sam,' has died at age 84. MLB announced the news on October 6, 2026, without providing specific details on the cause of death. McDowell spent 11 of his 15 major league seasons with the Cleveland Indians, where he became a dominant force. He led the American League in strikeouts five times and won the ERA title in 1965. Although his career ended early due to alcohol addiction, he later became a licensed therapist and addiction consultant for the Baseball Assistance Team.

via ESPN|
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Sudden Sam McDowell, 1960s Strikeout King, Dies at 84
sports4 days ago

Sudden Sam McDowell, 1960s Strikeout King, Dies at 84

Sam McDowell, the left-handed pitcher known as 'Sudden Sam,' has died at age 84. A six-time All-Star, he dominated the American League in the late 1960s, leading in strikeouts five times and posting a 2.18 ERA in 1965. His career ended in 1975 due to alcohol addiction, but he later became a prominent addiction counselor for the Baseball Assistance Team.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
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Tommy John bows out of public life, crediting the elbow surgery that saved countless arms
sports2 months ago

Tommy John bows out of public life, crediting the elbow surgery that saved countless arms

Tommy John, 83, the ex-Yankees pitcher whose 1974 elbow injury led Dr. Frank Jobe to pioneer the elbow replacement surgery that now bears his name, says goodbye to public life amid health issues including bladder cancer. In a note released through the Yankees rather than attending Old-Timers’ Day, John thanks the organization and fans, reflecting on a 26-year career and the operation that saved his arm and extended his pitching years. He notes that many modern stars—Verlander, Ohtani, Skubal and Sale—have since undergone the procedure, which has become baseball shorthand for Tommy John.

via NBC News|
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Cubs 2026: wild swings mirror 1970 and 1985 collapses
sports4 months ago

Cubs 2026: wild swings mirror 1970 and 1985 collapses

The Cubs’ 2026 season has swung from a hot 29-16 pace to a nine-game losing streak, leaving them at 29-25 through 54 games and on pace for roughly 87 wins—echoing the franchise’s 1970 and 1985 collapses, which were driven by bullpen and injuries despite strong offenses. This year’s club has dealt with multiple injuries to the rotation but features deeper depth and wild-card avenues, making the next 108 games crucial to avoid a similar downturn while pursuing a playoff path.

via Bleed Cubbie Blue|
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