His 221 career wins make him one of the most successful knuckleball pitchers of all time. He was 81. 2023 question: Does a finally healthy Matthew Stafford equal a healthy Rams offense? And Cesar Geronimo got a hit. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: mlb | pageType: stories | Georgia Techs Kaleb Edwards to medically retire. He was traded to the Minnesota Twins for Mark Salas on June 7, 1987. When I go to bed, one thing I really pride myself on is at the end of the day, when I lay my head down on the pillow, if I give everything I can to get better that day and Im not good enough, so be it, he said. Free shipping for many products! Joseph Franklin Niekro (/nikro/ NEE-kroh; November 7, 1944 October 27, 2006) was an American Major League Baseball right-handed pitcher. During a 22-year baseball career, he pitched from 1967 to 1988 for seven different teams, primarily for the Houston Astros. Common to all those who caught Niekro and knew him best as a ballplayer was just what a fine teammate and decent fellow he was. The suburban Atlanta resident had a longtime battle with cancer. 5x Gold Glove. He pitched six innings of Game 2 and left with a 32 lead. On October 1, with the Braves clinging to a one-game lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers, Niekro beat the San Diego Padres almost single-handedly by throwing a complete game shutout and hitting a two-run home run. Niekro was born in Blaine, Ohio, and grew up in Lansing, Ohio, the son of Henrietta (Klinkoski) and Philip Niekro. Niekro was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio, and attended Bridgeport High School in Bridgeport, Ohio and West Liberty University in West Liberty, West Virginia. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. (We could be watching grass grow, and he could find a way to make you laugh, J.J. said). I remember (Hall of Fame second baseman Joe) Morgan came to the park one day and saw (Niekros) name in the lineup, and he went in and told (manager) Sparky Anderson he didnt want to hit off him cause it put him in a slump for two days. I remember that bothered me because if somebody wanted him to manage, it didnt matter if he was in the dugout or across the country. When J.J. and his mother went from Florida to Georgia for Phils funeral, they stopped at a Dicks Sporting Goods to purchase a Braves shirt. [14] Niekro struck Burroughs out to end the game. He would teach his sons, Phil Jr. and Joe, the pitch when they were youngsters. An emery board and a piece of sandpaper flew out of his pocket. Niekro is survived by his wife, Nancy, whom he married in 1966. He blossomed into a dominant pitcher as he perfected his knuckleball in Houston, going 2111 in 1979 and 2012 in 1980, to become the first Astros pitcher to win 20 games in consecutive seasons. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. We present them here for purely educational purposes. The brother Phil Niekro made his big league debut for the Braves on April 15, 1964. When he won his 300th game as a Yankee, the story goes that he didnt throw his first knuckleball until the last hitter, striking out Jeff Burroughs on three of them. Now it was a serious as it could get for a friendship that stretched back more than 50 years. Over the years, Knucksie would say, Hey, Murph, remember that day in Cincinnati? Invariably, hed say, I felt worse for you than I did losing the no-hitter because I thought it would have been so cool for you as rookie to catch my next no-hitter. , Vic Correll: One of the nicest guys I ever met in the big leagues. When you wake up and see (Phil Niekros) number 35 retired walking into the cafeteria I just know Im meant to be here, and I know God had that in store for me and Im just thankful that thats the case, Niekro said. Something a Milwaukee minor league catcher learned the hard way as both were coming up through the system. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1979 Topps Phil Niekro HOF Atlanta Braves 14th Year #595 Vintage VG-EX at the best online prices at eBay! WebHere are all the sons-of-Hall-of-Famers (SoHoFs) in MLB history to date. He was strong enough that I understood everything that he was saying. "[28] The year before, Niekro had received the most Hall of Fame votes out of all the players in the ballot, but had not received the required 75% of the vote for election. He double-checked doors to make sure they were locked at night. Phil Niekro was elected into the Hall of Fame in 1997. On October 26, 2006, Niekro suffered a brain aneurysm rupture and was taken to South Florida Baptist Hospital in Plant City, Florida. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? [9] He appeared in 37 games, finishing with a 1412 record and 15 complete games. [1] Niekro's playoff loss came against Seaver. [16] He started the 1987 season with the Indians, going 711 in 26 starts. He covers a wide range of sports and topics. [16] Steve Palermo was the umpire that spotted the flying objects. To me there was no secret. He was one of the nicest and most genuine guys you will ever know, Snitker said. It felt like closure. He went 11 with a 10.03 ERA in 11.2 innings. I just really wish they couldve gotten to see that Niekro last name in the spring training locker room because I know they wouldve been over-the-moon happy for me, J.J. said. Dale Murphy (who was called up in 1976 as a catcher, and caught Niekro 23 times before his move to the outfield): It was 76. Niekro was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio,[1] and attended Bridgeport High School in Bridgeport, Ohio and West Liberty University in West Liberty, West Virginia. Phil Niekro was a legendary Hall of Fame pitcher who was known for his knuckleball pitch who mostly played for the Braves. Some are no longer with us, like the fellow who caught Niekros no-hitter in 1973 (Paul Casanova). He did not throw his trademark knuckleball throughout the game until the final hitter;[13] to former AL MVP Jeff Burroughs. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. 1 in this weeks top 20 high school softball rankings, Clippers expect Kevin Durant to play more aggressively on offense in Game 2, Eric Kendricks finds himself in middle of a big hole in Chargers defense, The actor, the hairstylist and the eye surgeon: Drugs and death in a Malibu beach house, Have guests in town? He then pitched 10 shutout innings in Game 3 of the NLCS, with the Astros eventually winning 10 in the 11th inning, though they lost the series in five games to the Philadelphia Phillies. Ralph Kiner compared Niekro's special pitch to "watching Mario Andretti park a car". By the early 1940s, the Niekro family had moved to nearby Lansing, Ohio, about seven miles west of Wheeling, West Virginia. [1] He began the year as a relief pitcher but had earned a job in the starting rotation during the season.[9]. Niekro went 107 in 1967, throwing 169.2 innings while having a 3.34 ERA and 77 strikeouts. They had gouges the size of a half-dollar. J.J. and his friend played video games at the friends house, the final moments before he would experience a cruel tragedy. Next were the Toronto Blue Jays with 71, the New York Mets and the Cincinnati Reds with 61 each, and the Seattle Mariners with 55. "[26], After the end of his professional baseball career, Niekro managed the all-women Colorado Silver Bullets baseball team. He struggled early in his career before picking up the knuckleball. Yet when I got voted in (Hall of Fame) in 2014 he was on the (expansion era) committee that voted me in. Free shipping for many products! The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball, Did not play in major or minor leagues (Military Service), Salaries may not be complete (especially pre-1985) and may not include some earned bonuses, Note, this is done in an automated way, so we apologize for any errors, & please. The Houston Astros purchased Niekro's contract from the Braves for $35,000 in 1975. [10], In 1970, he went 1218 with a 4.27 ERA in what turned out to be a down year. Kzel negyed vszzadon t birtokolta a halmot a karvd plyval. He sucked the life out of every day that he lived. 7/14/2021 at 10:21 PM 7/14/2021 at 10:21 PM MLB remembers Hall of Famers lost in the past year. [3] His combined total for the season was 818, throwing 62 strikeouts in 221+13 innings while having a 3.70 ERA. Many thanks to him. Now 6-0 in his first full season of pro baseball, J.J. is making a name for himself while also serving as an ambassador for the Niekro name. And I asked him if he actually said that or felt that way. [13], While pitching for the Twins earlier in the 1987 season, Niekro was caught ball scuffing. But he didnt become a full-time starting pitcher until '68, when he was 29 years old. On the baseball field, Joe Niekro was an underdog. Born on April 1, 1939, in Blaine, Ohio, Niekro learned the knuckleball with the help of his father, who taught both of his sons, Phil and Joe, the pitch between his shifts at the local coal mine. It was such a privilege.. Do you have a blog? Following his baseball career, he managed the Colorado Silver Bullets, an all-women's baseball team, in the late 1990s. At 46 years, 188 days, Niekro became the oldest pitcher to pitch a shutout in the major leagues. That was my introduction to Phils knuckleball one particular day., Vic Correll (who caught 67 of Niekros games with the Braves between 1974-77): Game in Houston I caught him, I remember the last pitch of the game, it was a knuckleball that did three different things. He knows about the franchise because hes been around it. [22], A sidearm pitcher, his pitching featured the knuckleball, which frustrated major league hitters. They say no one corralled that free-spirited pitch better or for more games, 148 than Eggs Benedict. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. He struck out a career-high 130 batters while walking 64 and leading all of Major League Baseball with 19 wild pitches. [1], In 1982, at the age of 43, Niekro led the Braves with a 174 season while winning his fourth Gold Glove Award and appearing in his fourth All-Star game. He told me, Chaser, Im getting tired, and I think Im going to go to sleep for a while. . He threw 122 innings in the next season and just 47 in the following. Age discrimination, The Ultimate L.A. Bookshelf: 110 essential Los Angeles books, Hunter Renfroes three-run blast powers Angels to rain-disrupted win over Red Sox, Jalen Hurts agrees to five-year, $255-million extension with Eagles. Mr. Niekro was born in 1923 and raised his children by his wife, Nancy Farrand Niekro, whom he married 54 years later. Some defensive statistics Copyright Sports Info Solutions, 2010-2023. Now they are all joined again, father and sons, resuming that game of catch. After he was notified, Niekro said, "Giving a description of today's phone call is impossible. In 1992, Joe Niekro was inducted in the National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame. 5x All-Star. Ive done a lot of hard work since they passed away, so its really paying off to be here.. He grew up in Lansing. Mark Bradley: Theres only one Knucksie, pitcher who died the day after Christmas at the age of 81, Phil Niekro is one of most-beloved Braves of all-time, Georgia Techs Kaleb Edwards to medically retire. He put up 245 complete games on the way to the 318 career wins that assured his entry to the Hall of Fame. And to J.J., carrying on the Niekro name and legacy is as much, if not more, about being a great human being than a standout baseball player. He went .mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}4+13 innings while giving up five runs on six hits in a 94 loss. I was just a kid. Its just so cool. The elder Niekro passed it on to his son, who learned to grip the ball with his fingernails on the seams. He finished the 1985 season with a 1612 record, the final time he won 15 or more games in a single season. "[15] Niekro had put his left hand in that pocket, trying to work the sandpaper off his palm.[15]. The baseball field where he played at Bridgeport High School's Perkins Field athletic complex was renamed "The Niekro Diamond" in 2008 after Phil and his brother, fellow major league pitcher Joe Niekro. [1], On August 9, 1987, Niekro was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays for Darryl Landrum and a player to be named later,[17] who was later revealed to be Don Gordon. He always represented his sport extraordinarily well, and he will be deeply missed. A diving snag by should-be-Hall of Famer Dale Murphy in center. I get stopped all the time during warm up and asked if Im related to Phil or Joe, said Niekro, the 24-year-old pitcher for the Augusta GreenJackets, part of the Atlanta Braves minor league farm system. Bob Uecker: In Triple-A, Im warming him up in the bullpen. (Voted by BBWAA on 380/473 ballots) Subscribe to Stathead Baseball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Baseball Reference Database. He struggled early in his career before picking up the knuckleball. If anyone should tell the story of Phil Niekro and the pitch that made him a Braves folk hero, its rightly those former teammates on the receiving end of his dancing knuckleball. 4/09/2021 at 8:08 PM 4/09/2021 at My father was a coal miner in Eastern Ohio, Niekro explained. And then theres the obvious: He is the latest Niekro in the Braves organization, someone who insists he feels more pride than pressure when wearing that name on the back of his jersey at minor league camp. It was the sixth and final time he faced 1,000 batters. It hit me in the shinguard, bounced out to Clete Boyer at third base and he threw out the runner at first. That was our nickname for each other. The youngest Niekro loves the game just as much as those who came before him. Niekro was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the seventh round of the 1966 amateur draft, but he did not sign with the club. Bruce Benedict caught him at the end. I know that. Even now, decades after his career ended, Phil ranks second in Braves franchise history in games started; third in shutouts; fifth in complete games; and third in Wins Above Replacement for pitchers (per Baseball Reference's calculations), trailing only Kid Nichols and Warren Spahn. Bats: Right Throws: Right. (Age 25-014d, [29], The Gwinnett Braves' home, Coolray Field, has a restaurant, Niekro's, named after him. Incredibly thankful to the Lord and so many others that have helped me in my career.". A double play turned by Rafael Ramirez and Glenn Hubbard. This record stood for nearly 25 years before Jamie Moyer (47 years, 170 days) bested the feat in May 2010. Hall-of-Famer Phil Niekro, the greatest pitcher of the first quarter-century of Atlanta Braves baseball, died late Saturday at age 81. Both his parents died before he turned five. J.J. signed with the Braves as a free agent and posted a 2.76 ERA over 16 innings in rookie ball. "[15], The officiating crew came out to the mound during a game against the California Angels on August 3, 1987. [1] That season, Phil and Joe Niekro were NL co-leaders in wins. For J.J., theyre Dad and Uncle Phil. The moment I got down here last year for It was an honor to play the game that long, said Niekro, who I got the big glove out again and was full of angst, I can tell you that. 5x All-Star. Niekro and his family supported the students of Bridgeport High School with the proceeds from the annual golf tournament "The Niekro Classic". Niekro's 318 career victories are the most by a knuckleballer and rank 16th on MLB's all-time wins list. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. He throws a four-seam fastball, two types of sliders he recently developed a sweeping slider and a change-up. In all, a record 1,263 amateur free agents were chosen. In his one appearance in Game 4, he pitched the fifth and sixth innings. Web Philip Henry Niekro, 1939 41 - 2020 1226 . In addition, Phil played American Legion Baseball. John Niekro, a right-handed pitcher like his father, Phil Niekro of the Cleveland Indians, has been drafted by the Atlanta Braves. Earl Averill Jr, son of Earl Dale Berra, son of Yogi Cavan Biggio, son of Craig Eddie Collins Jr, son of Eddie Vladimir Guerrero Jr, son of Vladimir Tony Gwynn Jr, son of Tony Chuck Lindstrom, son of Freddie Earle Mack, son of Connie Jimmy O'Rourke, son of "Orator" Jim I just didn't prepare myself this year. John Niekro played at Shiloh High School in Liburn, Ga. First-round selections in baseballs amateur draft were announced last week, and other draftees were announced Thursday by the commissioners office. His mom or dad almost always got him. The baseball field where he played at Bridgeport High School's Perkins Field athletic complex was renamed "The Niekro Diamond" in 2008 after Phil and his brother, fellow major league pitcher Joe Niekro. Phil Niekro Jr., his father, was in an intensive care unit in Wheeling, West Virginia. I talked to him for about 15 minutes. A couple of days before Phil Niekro died, J.J. held his uncles hand and looked into his eyes. Umpire Tim Tschida told the story in 2021, "Niekro already was a known ball scuffer, of course, and rather than tossing balls out of play, I was putting them in my extra pouch in case we needed evidence. View Phil Niekro's Page at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos). 6-1 , 180lb (185cm, 81kg) Born: April 1, 1939 in Blaine, OH. The man was practically an historic landmark. [2] It was his third and final 20-win season and his second and final 20-loss season. Talk about a weird assist: 253 on a strikeout. Joe Torre: Talk about a nightmare, knowing he could pitch every game.. For fans, Joe and Phil Niekro are two of the most successful pitchers ever to play the game and the winningest brother duo in baseball history. Just to prove that he could. He went undrafted in 2021, but the Braves saw him pitch in the MLB Draft League, a recently created opportunity for draft-eligible players. Didnt make it as a starter until the following season. He was of a mind that I got rid of him because he could have been in line to manage the team. Exceeded rookie limits during 1965 season, View Player Bio We got until one out in the ninth with a no-hitter. Joe and Phil Niekro hold the record for most wins by two brothers with 539 - 221 by Joe and 318 by Phil. [18] After going 02 in three starts, the Blue Jays released Niekro. Its been a blast so far, J.J. Niekro said. He attended Bridgeport High School in Bridgeport, Ohio, and was a boyhood friend of Basketball Hall-of-Famer John Havlicek. Report; Twins, Lpez agree to 4-year, $73.5M extension, A's fans planning 'reverse boycott' for June 13, Mets call up top prospect Baty after hot AAA start, Yanks' Stanton (hamstring) lands on injured list, Mets' Scherzer (back) misses Sunday start vs. A's. [12] He won 16 games in 1984 and made his fifth and final All-Star appearance. "[25] Uecker also said humorously of the pitch, "The way to catch a knuckleball is to wait until it stops rolling and pick it up. Niekro would pitch four more seasons with three different teams, going 16-8 with the Yankees in 1984 and making his fifth All-Star team. [8], Niekro debuted with the Milwaukee Braves in 1964, working 15 major league innings and spending time with the team's class AAA minor league affiliate. vs. SFG 0.1 IP, 0 H, 0 SO, 0 BB, 0 ER, Last Game: That resulted in him getting a trip to Braves Spring Training where he saw some familiar sights. Niekro allowed six hits in a 71 Houston victory that propelled the Astros to their first postseason. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Nancy, sons Philip, John and Michael and his two grandchildren Chase and Emma.. You either caught em or you didnt.. What does that mean to your heart and your spirit as a friend and a teammate? I was playing in an old-timers game when he was pitching in Cleveland. Niekro was traded along with Gary Ross and Frankie Librn from the Cubs to the expansion San Diego Padres for Dick Selma on April 24, 1969. WebPhil Niekro. [14] At the time of his release, Joe and his brother Phil were the leading brother combination in baseball history with 539 victories. The former pitcher also called Snitker in October to wish him luck as the Braves prepared to play in the NL Championship Series. Niekro passed away in his sleep on Saturday night. His knuckleball led him to five All-Star selections, three 20-win seasons for the Atlanta Braves, the 300-win club, and ultimately, to Cooperstown. [1], From 1971 to 1973, he combined for a record of 4436. Phil Niekro, Sr., name now Americanized, was born in 1913. He was such a generous and loving man, he says, so I love to share his story whenever I can. The same can be said for his uncle, Phil, a Braves legend who died in 2020. These are their memories of their pitcher who died the day after Christmas at the age of 81. His aunt lives in the Augusta area. After his pitching career, Niekro was the manager and general manager of the Colorado Silver Bullets, a barnstorming womens baseball team that played against mens He allowed one hit while striking out one and allowing no runs. September 27, 1987 Just realized that life is a lot bigger than baseball or just school, J.J. said. He exemplified kindness and generosity, something his son picked up. And when he wanted the extra movement, he would take off the glove and rub the baseball as if he was trying to improve the grip. Wed obviously always liked that.. inFlowery Branch,GA, Buried: Phil, conversely, spent 21 seasons with the Braves as part of a Hall of Fame career. And he was dying. I dont know, I told him, I guessed right. Going down to warm up, he walked by me and I stopped him. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. J.J. always has taken pride in his work ethic. He married another Polish immigrant orphaned young, Henrietta Ivy Klinkoski. By the early 1940s, the Niekro family had moved to nearby Lansing, Ohio, about seven miles west of How do I be better?, You wont find J.J. on top prospect lists. Phil Niekros record on the field ranks him as one of the games finest pitchers, said Jane Forbes Clark, chairman of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Why did they chop the last mansion on Peachtree into pieces? In 1980, Houston had a three-game lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League West, then lost their last three games of the regular season in Los Angeles, to force a one-game playoff. Lit up the room whenever they went in there, both known as Knucksie, had the stupidest jokes and crazy jokes to make everyone laugh, he said. the official stats partner of the NBA, NHL and MLB. Two sons, Philip Henry Jr. and Joseph Franklin, would follow. He was of Polish descent. us, Died: [1], From 1975 to 1976, he went 1515 and 1711 and made a second All-Star appearance in 1975. His uncle Phil, J.J. said, just loved baseball and could entertain anyone. April 1, 1939 In the beginning, Niekro broke in as a reliever in Milwaukee in 1965. Dog steps benefit all kinds of dogs, from toy breeds to dogs that shouldnt do a lot of jumping. His son believes his fathers talent mightve been overlooked. Just to say that Im a Niekro, I am in baseball and Im doing exactly what they thought I would be doing.. Phil Niekros Son John Picked by Braves in Baseball Draft L.A. Times Archives June 12, 1987 12 AM PT Associated Press NEW YORK John Niekro, a right ATLANTA -- Hall of Fame pitcher Phil Niekro has died at the age of 81. For anybody to be a part of that was special.. The elder Niekro passed it on to his son, who learned to grip the ball with his fingernails on the seams. Bob Uecker: He used to love to do that, not because guys were going to hit his knuckleball. How about this mind-blowing three-season stretch, between 1977-79, at the end of which Niekro was 40 years old, when he averaged 335 innings pitched and totaled 65 complete games? The Atlanta Braves officially announced the signing of 19 of their 20 draft picks and two undrafted free agents on Friday. [28], Niekro was a member of the board of directors for Kiz Toys, a toy company based out of Cumming, Georgia, and Niekro advised the company on the KizSport baseball line, reviewing product designs and development. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. He made sure to frequently check in on his mom to see if she felt comfortable. Bumgarner y Kershaw solamente se encuentran detrs de Tom Seaver/Steve Carlton (17), Steve Rogers/Carlton (17) y Don Sutton/Phil Niekro (15). I realized youre never guaranteed tomorrow. WebPhil Niekro Phil valsznleg a legismertebb cslks dob. The Niekro brothers were teammates during the 1973-74 seasons. Phil Niekro Sr., a laborer and part-time semi-pro pitcher, had mastered the knuckler after an arm injury threatened to end his playing days. vs. SFG 3.0 IP, 6 H, 0 SO, 6 BB, 5 ER. Three days before he died, in hospice care for the cancer that would take him, Niekro made one last call to his catcher. [7] He pitched for several minor league teams at several levels for the next few years, appearing mostly as a relief pitcher. He returned to Louisville in 1962 and had a 96 record. Phil Niekro was one of the most distinctive and memorable pitchers of his generation," MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said. He won the National League Gold Glove Award five times, was selected to five All-Star teams, and led the league in victories twice and earned run average once. The suburban Atlanta resident had a longtime battle with cancer. WebNiekro was born in Blaine, Ohio, and grew up in Lansing, Ohio, the son of Henrietta (Klinkoski) and Philip Niekro. "In the last century, no pitcher threw more than Phils 5,404 innings. He was a constant presence over the years, in our clubhouse, our alumni activities and throughout Braves Country and we will forever be grateful for having him be such an important part of our organization, the Braves said in a statement. He gave Joe a day off., Bruce Benedict: I remember opposing hitters coming up to me and saying you know what, we only face him three or four times a year, Im not going to mess my swing up trying to hit this thing. Joe threw harder than his brother Phil and could set up batters nearly as effectively with his fastball in combination with his excellent changeup. [1], In 1980 and 1981, he went 1518 and 77 while leading the league in games started (38) and losses (18) in 1980. Niekro passed away in his sleep on Saturday night. [2] For the year, he went 1410 while throwing 177+13 innings on a 4.31 ERA while having 65 strikeouts. section: | slug: braves-sign-hall-of-famer-phil-niekros-nephew-j-j-niekro-as-undrafted-free-agent | sport: baseball | route: article_single.us | NORTH PORT, Fla. On an October morning in 2006, Joe Niekro drove his son, J.J., to St. Stephen Catholic School in Riverview, Florida. [3][4] He was of Polish descent. 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