Sad News

Today, at the age of 74, Harmon Killebrew announced he would quit receiving treatment for his cancer. He has checked into hospice for the remainder of his days, which isn't expected to be too many. Killebrew was known, during his career, for his raw power. He dominated pitchers and is 11th on the list of all time home runs with 573. His best season came in 1969 when he wont the MVP award. That season he hit 49 bombs, had 140 RBIs, and an obscene 145 walks. I hope Killebrew gets to spend the rest of his days in peace, and here's to one of the purest sluggers the game will ever know.