Pitcher Relieved

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“Are there any fisting enthusiasts in the house tonight? Lemme hear ya!”

Jim Bunning
Hall of Fame Pitcher, US Senator, KY boy.
October 23, 1931 – May 26, 2017.
Aged 85 years.

Most recognized for: Previous to his career as a politician in the armpit of the Mid-west, he was one helluva pitcher for the Phillies. Having thrown 2 no-hitters, a perfect game, and even an immaculate inning, he was ranked #2 for total career strikeouts when he retired.