Dick Ruthven Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Dick Ruthven Memorabilia & Collectibles

About Dick Ruthven:

Dick Ruthven (full name: Richard David Ruthven; no nicknames) played pitcher from 1973 until 1986 for the Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta Braves and Chicago Cubs. He played for the Phillies from 1973 - 1983, Braves from 1976 - 1978 and Cubs from 1983 - 1986. Over 14 seasons, he started 332 games, won 123 games, struck out 1145 batters, and had a 4.14 ERA. Born on March 27, 1951 in Sacramento, CA, Ruthven stands 6' 3" and weighs 190 lb. He attended Irvington (Fremont, CA) high school and was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1st round (1st pick) of the 1973 amateur draft (January Secondary). His debut was on April 17, 1973 and he played his final game on May 1, 1986. Over his career, Ruthven made $1,881,667. Common misspellings of his name include Richard David Dick Ruthven.