Former Cy Young Award winner Mike Flanagan was born on December 16th, 1951.
Flanagan was known mostly for his terrific career with the Orioles, though he did play for several seasons with the Blue Jays. Among his accomplishments was being named the 1979 Cy Young Award Winner. He was also an all-star in 1978. His career record in 18 years was 167-143.
Besides being a top notch pitcher, Flanagan also had a great sense of humor which is on display today as the recipient of the Baseball Birthday Quote of the Day.
"None, really, but I never pitch well on days the play the National Anthem."
--Mike Flanagan, asked if he had any superstitions
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