friend of Bobby Richardson

[Donscards]

Great Stories--I really enjoy reading them--I remember Bobby in I believe the 1960 World Series, I think he got 12 hits in the Series, a Record at the time.

[Yankees1964]

I have seen him at a few shows over the years, but a few years ago he was in Scranton at the stadium for an old timers event that was held the day after the Yankees Old Timers day that year. We were at a reception after the game and he was incredibly kind. We were there till the end and as we were leaving the locker room, I noticed him standing out in the stands by himself. I went over to say thanks to him one more time and we ended up talking for about 20 minutes. I joked with him and told him that I always thought I was born too late and wished I was around to see the Yankees of the 50's play live in their prime.

The stories that he told were incredible, especially the Mantle ones. I was fortunate to be able to meet Mickey a few times, but told him I always regretted not meeting Maris. He took the time to tell me some really interesting stories about Maris that just made my day.

A true gentleman

[Brian Van Horn]

Originally Posted by Donscards

Great Stories--I really enjoy reading them--I remember Bobby in I believe the 1960 World Series, I think he got 12 hits in the Series, a Record at the time.

MVP of the 1960 World Series. I believe he is still the only player to hold that distinction. I haven't checked.

[howard38]

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[BruceinGa]

He was one of my favorites!
Thanks for sharing.

[CurtisFlood]

I had the opportunity to meet Bobby Richardson at a card show in Orlando in the nineties. He was signing at a central location in Belz Factory Outlet Mall and a dealer across from me told him his son was disappointed that he didn't get to meet Bobby because somebody had to stay at the table while dad got the autographs. During a break Mr. Richardson took it upon himself to walk down to where the kid was and talk to him for a few minutes. When he walked by I commented on what a nice gesture that was. He stopped and talked with me for a few minutes. He can tell a great story and revered Mantle, although he stated that Mantle had a different lifestyle that Mickey was the best teammate you could ask for. He did not have that high opinion of Joe D however. Likely because of the aloof nature of the man.