Mickey Lolich, Detroit Tigers pitching legend and 1968 World Series hero, dies at 85 [View all]

A three-time All-Star (1969, 1971, 1972), Lolich was a top contender for the American League’s Cy Young Award, finishing second in 1971 and third in 1972. He also ranked among the league’s MVP candidates, placing fifth in 1971 and 10th in 1972.

Lolich’s most memorable achievement came in the 1968 World Series, where he pitched three complete-game victories, including a decisive Game 7 win over Hall of Famer Bob Gibson, helping the Tigers secure the championship.

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I'll always be grateful to Mickey Lolich and the '68 Tigers because my Nana was a Detroit Tigers superfan. I remember her being so excited when they won the World Series that she ran around her house waving her arms. So many times during the summer she's have one of their games on the radio or TV.

She passed away suddenly on New Years Day 1969 when I was 13. She passed knowing that her beloved Tigers were World Champoions and I'll always love thm for that.