Actually he made is debut with Oakland in 1969 at age 19. And yes he was brilliant for the A's and definitely contributed to the Mustache Gang's 3 back to back world series titles.
If memory serves he had that fast ball, but I believe he actually had 3 types of fast balls. Then there was the curve, and lastly a slurve, which was a combined slider and curve. He had great movement on each pitch. That's what really made him effective on the mound, especially in the early 1970's.
I remember Vida Blue when he broke into the major leagues back in 1970, or was it 1971 with the Oakland A's. He was one of the big reasons why the A's became a 3 time world series champ and a lefty too, a great guy indeed.
"Do I have a rotator cuff?" I should hope you have two! Not sure if the left one was ever a problem for him.
Good to see he's doing all right now.
UncleMikeNJ 7 months ago
He seems down to earth with a great sense of humor. Thanks for the great memories, Vida!
windridr66 7 months ago
Hey unc
MrKomposure 10 months ago
Vidas 1971 season......All-star, A.L. MVP, A.L. Cy Young, 24 wins, 1.82 ERA, 301 k's
As good as it gets.
optio4 1 year ago
He looks good.
Trashfished 1 year ago
@Zippertheslipper
Actually he made is debut with Oakland in 1969 at age 19. And yes he was brilliant for the A's and definitely contributed to the Mustache Gang's 3 back to back world series titles.
dane555555 1 year ago
FASTBALL - remember the 'blue blazer'?
steelersfanhawaii 2 years ago
If memory serves he had that fast ball, but I believe he actually had 3 types of fast balls. Then there was the curve, and lastly a slurve, which was a combined slider and curve. He had great movement on each pitch. That's what really made him effective on the mound, especially in the early 1970's.
NkrumahTure 3 years ago
does anybody know his specialty pitches???
ThrillaDaMcColdKilla 3 years ago
I remember Vida Blue when he broke into the major leagues back in 1970, or was it 1971 with the Oakland A's. He was one of the big reasons why the A's became a 3 time world series champ and a lefty too, a great guy indeed.
Zippertheslipper 3 years ago