Ralph Terry was a pitcher who was the World Series MVP when he won game 7 for the Yankees in 1962.
- Died: Wednesday, March 16, 2022. (Who else died on March 16?)
- Details of death: Died in Kansas at the age of 86.
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New York Yankees legend
Ralph Terry was a pitcher best known for his years with the New York Yankees. He pitched in two memorable game 7 World Series contests. In 1960, he famously gave up a home run to Bill Mazeroski in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Pittsburgh Pirates a walk off World Series win over the Yankees. He redeemed himself in the 1962 World Series when he led the Yankees to a World Series championship over the San Francisco Giants with a game 7 shoutout. He had a career year in 1962, winning the most games in the American League, elected to the All-Star team, and was the MVP of the World Series. Terry also played for the Athletics, Indians and Mets, finishing his career with over 100 wins. After baseball, he became a professional golfer.
Notable Quote
“I’m probably the luckiest man in the country today,” he said. “If the ball goes a foot or two higher or to one side, I’m the loser.” -Terry said after getting the Giants Willie McCovey to hit a line drive out to win game 7 of the 1962 World Series – New York Times
Tributes to Ralph Terry
Full Obituary: New York Times
