[Lefty Noob]

Yesterday, the San Diego Padres unveiled a statue of soon to be Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn near the outfield wall at Petco Park. According to the Associated Press, "the 9 1/2 -foot statue... shows the former batting star in mid-swing. The base bears the inscription 'Tony Gwynn, Mr. Padre' on the front and a quote from his late father, Charles, on the back: 'If you work hard, good things will happen.'"

Gwynn 'thrilled to death' with statue at Petco Park - MLB - Yahoo! Sports

[azrael492]

It is a great tribute that he has earned and deserves.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Yesterday, the San Diego Padres unveiled a statue of soon to be Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn near the outfield wall at Petco Park. According to the Associated Press, "the 9 1/2 -foot statue... shows the former batting star in mid-swing. The base bears the inscription 'Tony Gwynn, Mr. Padre' on the front and a quote from his late father, Charles, on the back: 'If you work hard, good things will happen.'"

Gwynn 'thrilled to death' with statue at Petco Park - MLB - Yahoo! Sports

Well, yeah...but great bat speed and a keen eye helps a little.

Gywnn was a hard worker...watched a lot of pitchers on tape as well.