Don Drysdale mastered two professions: pitching and broadcasting.
I never saw him pitch during his 14-year career with the Dodgers, but you hear enough stories, you get the idea. Plus, those three letters next to his name (HOF) provide enough evidence.
I did hear him call plenty of games on TV, particularly when he was in the White Sox’ booth from 1982 to ’87. He was fantastic. He had the voice, the command, the enthusiasm. He had it all. And it all has come roaring back to me as I take in classic game after classic game these days.