[doug from upland]

The "Splendid Splinter," so-called because of his thin frame was one of the all-time greats. Lou Bodreaux, manager of the Cleveland Indians, had created the "Williams Shift," to defend against Ted. It essentially moved the left fielder to left center and the infielders to toward the right side.

[doug from upland]

As I recall reading in my youth, Ted had 20-15 vision -- that is perfect for watching a baseball come toward you.

He was baseball's last .400 hitter and did it with class. He was batting over .400 and could have sat out the last day of the season. He wouldn't do that. During the game, he actually dipped below .400 but came back later in the game to top the mark. I'll see if I can pull that anecdote.

[Squantos]

His last at bat hit in 1960 was a home run as was his entire life IMHO. I met him when I worked with Secret Service TSD in Houston (Nov 92).

He was there to help (try) GHWB get elected at the Astro Arena GOP Pep Rally. Good man............Thanks for the memories Mr Williams !!

Stay Safe !

[sushiman]

>Lou Bodreaux, manager of the Cleveland Indians

That's BOUDREAU , a surname I happen to share .

[My back yard]

Rest In Peace. My dad wanted to name my older brother after him. My mom didn't go for it. But my dad told us regularly his name should have been Ted, as he was a fine ball player, himself.

[X-FID]

The "Splendid Splinter," so-called because of his thin frame was one of the all-time greats. Lou Bodreaux, manager of the Cleveland Indians, had created the "Williams Shift," to defend against Ted. It essentially moved the left fielder to left center and the infielders to toward the right side

And he still ripped them a new one.