J.R. Richard, a huge, flame-throwing right-hander who spent 10 years with the Houston Astros before his career was cut short by a stroke, died Aug. 6. He was 71.
Democracy Dies in Darkness
J.R. Richard, intimidating pitcher whose career was cut short by a stroke, dies at 71
By Kristie Rieken
August 6, 2021 at 6:12 p.m. EDT