His stint with Astros
Led to a life-long friendship
With Nolan Ryan
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| 1988 Donruss #607 Harry Spilman |
Not only were Spilman and Ryan friends, they were neighbors and off-season workout partners. Spilman's wife Kim was even Ryan's personal secretary. Their friendship was tested when Spilman hit a pinch hit 3-run home run off Ryan in 1987.
Wonder if Spilman ever talked smack to Ryan... and if Ryan ever gave him an inside heater to remind him to respect his elders.
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