‘Louisiana Lightning a/k/a Gator’

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Having hailed from Cajun country in Louisiana, like Catfish, who also came from humble beginnings in North Carolina, Ron Guidry was an unassuming player. His stature on the mound was considered diminutive for a big league starting pitcher at 5’11” and 160 pounds. But he more than made up for it with a filthy slider which became his trademark pitch. His understated manner was in stark contrast to his explosiveness on the mound.

Seasons: 14 (1975-1988) NY Yankees

Career: ERA Wins Strike Outs

3.29 170 1178

Awards: AL Cy Young Award – 1978; 5x AL Gold Glove-Pitcher; 3x 20 win seasons; 4x All Star

2x AL ERA Leader-1978 (1.74), 1979 (2.78); 1st AL W/L% - 1978 (.893);

Most AL Wins-1978- 25 (25-3), 1986 – 22 (22-6); 2x 200 Strike Out Seasons - 1978, 1979; AL Shutout Leader 1978-5; World Champion - NY Yankees 1977, 1978

Although Ron Guidry’s career was not nearly as lengthy as most other pitchers of his ilk, his success was no less remarkable. In addition to being an overachieving pitcher, he was considered a fine athlete which earned him 5 gold gloves, and he even played left field for the NY Yankees twice. Warmly remembered by Yankee fans, he was embraced as the Yankees’ pitching coach from 2006-2007, under manager, Joe Torre.

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by Diane M. Grassi
BASN Staff Reporter
dianegrassi@blackathlete.com

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