Ed Hearn (hearned02)
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Edward John Hearn
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 3", Weight 215 lb.
[edit] Biographical Information
In his eighth year as a pro, Ed Hearn became the backup catcher for the New York Mets on their 1986 champion team. The following spring, he was part of a trade with the Kansas City Royals that brought David Cone to New York. Ed suffered a shoulder injury and his major-league career ended in 1988, though he remained in the minors through 1990.
The following year he was diagnosed with serious kidney disease and has battled nobly with an assortment of health problems since then. He wrote an inspirational book called Conquering Life's Curves. He also serves as a motivational speaker and has a foundation devoted to this work.
[edit] Notable Achievement
- Won a World Series with the New York Mets in 1986 (he did not play in the World Series)
