Joe Nuxhall was a left-handed pitcher who played for the Cincinnati Reds for 16 seasons. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, in 1928 and signed with the Reds at the age of 15. He made his major league debut in 1944 at the age of 15, becoming the youngest player in MLB history. However, he only pitched two-thirds of an inning that year before being sent back to the minors.

Nuxhall returned to the Reds in 1952 and became a regular member of the pitching staff. He had his best season in 1955, when he went 17-12 with a 3.47 ERA and was named to the All-Star team. He also led the National League in strikeouts that year with 163.

Nuxhall was known for his durability and consistency, pitching over 200 innings in six different seasons. He was also a good hitter for a pitcher, batting .198 for his career with 10 home runs and 80 RBI.

In addition to his playing career, Nuxhall was a beloved broadcaster for the Reds for over 30 years. He began his broadcasting career in 1967 and was known for his folksy style and colorful commentary. He was inducted into the Reds Hall of Fame in 1968 and the National Radio Hall of Fame in 2004.

Nuxhall passed away in 2007 at the age of 79. He was remembered as a great ambassador for the game of baseball and a beloved figure in Cincinnati.

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