RIP - Joe Grzenda

1960s' relief pitcher Joe Grzenda passed away on July 12, 2019 at age 82.

He pitched in the minors every season from 1955-68, with only brief MLB appearances in '61, '64, '66, and '67.

He finally found steady big-league employment from 1969-72 with the Twins, Senators, and Cardinals.

Grzenda's best season was 1971 with the Senators. He posted a 1.92 ERA, and was the last Senators' pitcher in their final game in Washington. Joe got the first 2 outs in the top of the 9th inning, then after fans rushed onto the field looking for souvenirs, the game was forfeited.

Wilkes-Barre, PA (hometown) obituary

TwinsTrivia.com obituary

Washington Post obituary
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