Happy Birthday to Hall of Famer Lou Boudreau, born on July 17th, 1917.
In his 15 year career, most of with the Indians, he was an 8 time all-star, AL MVP and batting champion. He was a long time manager with the Indians, Red Sox, KC Athletics and Cubs. He was also a long time announcer.
Here are two quotes about him--one funny and one about his greatness.
"I'd like to sound like Lou Boudreau. He does a good job of recapping the play before it happens."
--Johnny Logan, on Boudreau as an announcer
"Pitchers say he's (Boudreau) is the smartest hitter in the league."
--Red Smith
Lot of quotes at www.baseballquotations.com
