J. R. Richard
Baseball pitcher with Houston Astros
Born
Died
2021
5 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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This individual played professional baseball as a pitcher for the Houston Astros from 1971 to 1980. Recognized for a powerful fastball and an exceptional ability to strike out batters, he won numerous accolades during his career. His career was abruptly interrupted by health issues, but he remains a significant figure in the history of the franchise. After baseball, he pursued a career in ministry.
Earned two All-Star selections in 1975 and 1976
Led the National League in strikeouts in 1978
Achieved a career-high of 313 strikeouts in a single season
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