Thanks, Adam, for a massively touching tribute to a fine pitcher. Newk's story about Minnie Minoso at the restaurant is a scream.
Don's 1956 & 1957 Topps are among my many favorite baseball cards from my youth in the late 60s when I'd order them from The Trading Card Company in Michigan. Wow, he won 18 of his first 19 decisions in '55. As I recall, he was just 8-5 in the first half of 1956, then became almost unbeatable again, winning 19 and losing but 2 in the second half!
We all know he struggled in the World Series, but he sure was a vital part of the Dodgers getting there all those years.
Again, thanks for a terrific post, Adam. All the best. --- Brian Powell
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