The Washington Times

Splittorff, winningest Royals pitcher, dead at 64

continued from page 2

Splittorff gave a moving eulogy for Dick Howser when the former Royals manager died of a brain tumor in 1987. Now, to a legion of friends and fans, his closing comment may seem especially poignant.

“He has completed his journey,” he said then. “Our skipper is safe at home.”

Copyright 2013 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Comments
blog comments powered by Disqus
Get Adobe Flash player

      Independent voices from the TWT Communities

      Business Browser

      When you need to know who is making business, and what business is being made, you need the Business Browser.

      Political Potpourri

      A collection of reader guest articles, thoughts and opinions by Communities writers and breaking news and information.

      Ingredients for Healthy Living

      Reflections on raising families in a holistic way -- with a focus on nutrition and alternative health.