Eddie Dyer
In six seasons in the majors, lefty Eddie Dyer broke even. The Louisiana-native posted 15 wins and 15 losses, all with the St. Louis Cardinals. Several years later, after a long and fruitful minor league managerial career, Dyer assumed the helm of the Redbirds. In his first season he guided the team to the World Series title, and followed it with three second place finishes. Unfortunately, that wasn't good enough and he was fired after a fifth-place mark in 1950. With his downhome ways and cornpone humor, Dyer was popular with his players, many of whom he managed at the minor league level before they made it to the big leagues. His famous greeting to players, old friends, media, and fans, was "How're you, pardner?"
Quotes From Dyer
"I like a ballplayer who will kick himself in the pants if necessary to get on the field and play. I haven't much use for those players who let slight colds, headaches, etc., keep them off the field." — Eddie Dyer, on what he looked for in a player
Played For
St. Louis Cardinals (1922-1927)
Managed
St. Louis Cardinals (1946-1950)
Born
Edwin Hawley Dyer was born on October 11, 1900, in Morgan City, LA.
Died
April 20, 1964, Houston, TX
Batted: Left
Threw: Left
Primary Position: P
Primary Team: SLN
Major League Debut
July 8, 1922
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| Hall of Fame Voting |
| Year |
Election |
Votes |
Pct |
| 1947 |
BBWAA |
1 |
.6% |
|
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