Don Leshnock, former Tigers pitcher, passes away

[doctor_gogol]

Oh, thats why I don't remember him. He pitched 2/3's of an inning in 1972

At least he made it to the bigs! I'd give anything to pitch even to one batter.

RIP!

http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/l/leshndo01.shtml

[Cowtipper]

LESHNOCK Don Leshnock, 65, beloved husband, father and grandfather, died on May 5, 2012 comforted by his family in his home in Raleigh, NC. Don leaves a legacy of courage, perserverance and internal strength.

He was born to the late Betty and William Leshnock on November 25, 1946 in Youngstown, Ohio. He is a graduate of Ursuline High School and Youngstown State University. Upon graduation, Don was drafted by the Detroit Tigers as a starting pitcher and had a successful career in baseball for many years.

Read more:

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dispatch/obituary.aspx?n=Don-Leshnock&pid=157935529