Earl Weaver 1996 Hall of Fame Induction Speech

Earl Weaver managed the Orioles with intensity, flair, and acerbic wit for 17 seasons. He fashioned an impressive .583 winning percentage bolstered by five 100-win seasons (1969-1971 and 1979-1980). Known for his innovative managerial style and his colorful confrontations with the men in blue, the Earl of Baltimore won 1,480 games, six American League East titles, four pennants and the 1970 World Series. Watch more Baseball Hall of Fame videos:    / thebaseballhall   Visit the official Baseball Hall of Fame website: http://www.baseballhall.org Follow the Baseball Hall of Fame on Twitter:   / baseballhall   Like the Baseball Hall of Fame on Facebook:   / baseballhall   Follow the Baseball Hall of Fame on Google+: https://plus.google.com/+baseballhall... The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is home to the greatest stars and the history of the game. Located in scenic Cooperstown, New York, the Hall of Fame is dedicated to preserving the sport's history, honoring excellence within the game, and connecting generations through baseball.