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Posted By: steve

Peter,

I hate to admit, but, if Ryan didn't walk so many, he would be a genuine candidate for "Best Ever." I am 41 yrs. - grew up half hour from Anaheim Stadium - saw Ryan pitch many times - always tried to get right behind Home Plate to watch his incredible fastball explode to the plate with this "hop" to another speed dimension. I was lucky enough to be at the game with my dad when Cal Tech timed his fastball - still in Guiness Book.

I also have full game footage of his 6th no-hitter in 1981 vs. Dodgers - Absolutly, positively, best curveball I have ever seen. Sometimes I hit the replay button several times to watch one particular pitch. I would rank his curveball (in that game) as unquestionably as the best curveball of all time.

Would love to watch the old footage with you guys and see your reactions.

How about a # 1 vote for "All time fan favorite"

Steve