This week, a very good centerfielder for the Reds...it's Eddie Milner! Eddie had great speed, was one of the best defensive centerfielders, and was an on base machine. He also had a cocaine addiction. That addiction led to a suspension and an early end to his career. In retirement, he bounced from job to job, became an ordained minister, and used his experience to help other addicts. Sadly, he passed away in 2015 at the age of 60.
RIP Eddie Milner (1955-2015)
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On a lighter note, we got some gifts in the mail. So much to be thankful for over here!
Look at those aluminum beauties.
A trio of MLB Bros (MLBros?) from listener Justin!
Bretts, Niekros, and Reuschels! Love them all!
Links:
Eddie’s SABR Bio by John Wickline
Columbus Dispatch memories of Eddie Milner
Reds Facebook post honoring Eddie.
88 Topps Blog post about the card
One hitter facts on The Hardball Times
Grandma’s Scorebook about Eddie’s debut
Eddie’s First homer:
Eddie throws out Ozzie -
Eddie Breaks Up a no-hitter at Wrigley:
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