Lynn Nolan
Ryan "The Express"
The best strikeout pitcher who ever played baseball. With a career that spanned 27 years, The Express became known for his blazing fastball (known to be 104
miles per hour at times) and incredible endurance. As a young pitcher, Nolan
Ryan seemed to be doomed for mediocrity, but in latter half of his career, his amazing strikeout capability and capacity to throw no-hitters ensured his place in the Hall of Fame. As a win's pitcher, Nolan
Ryan is one of the few members of the 300-wins club, and nearly had as many wins as losses (324-292), however, his
5,714 strikeouts is a record considered by many baseball fans, as untouchable.
Nolan
Ryan also achieved fame in his fighting ability when the mound was charged by a batter, as is evident in a famous fight against Robin Ventura, who was 26 years old when he charged a 46 year old
Ryan after being nailed with a fastball.
Ryan put him in a headlock and punched him repeatedly.