HOFer # 53: Nolan Ryan Years Played: 1966, 1968-1993 Elected to the HOF: 1999 Best Known For: Throwing 7 no-hitters and and 12 one-hitters. Ryan was a power pitcher and an intimidating presence. He struck out 5,714 players, leading the league strikeouts 11 times. He struck out at least 300 batters in a season 6 different times, including 383 K's in 1973. |