[tedzan]

In terms of pitcher's, one of Arkansas favorite son's is the unheralded Johnny Sain. He doesn't have the numbers to be a HOFer;
however, Johnny was a winner with whatever team he wore the uniform of.

His career was cut short because of WWII, but he still achieved a 139-116 Won-Lost record (1942-1955) with the Boston Braves
and the NY Yankees. And, late in his career, he became a very effective relief pitcher. Furthermore, he was a pretty good hitting
pitcher.

Anyhow, how many are aware of how effective Sain was as a pitching coach. He coached the New York Yankees (1961-63) to
championships. Then he coached Minnesota (1965-66) to the AL championship. Followed by Detroit (1967-69), where Sain was
credited for their 1968 championship. The Chicago White Sox (1971-75), and the Atlanta (1977, 1985-86). Under his stewardship,
15 pitchers won 20 games in a season; and, 10 of his pitchers led their league in victories.

One of the best tributes to Sain is noted by Goose Gossage (in his book), where Gossage credits Sain for his success as a relief
pitcher.

TRIVIA......
Johnny Sain has achieved something in World Series play that no other pitcher in BB has....what is it ?


TED Z