Sam McDowell is an American former professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball as a starting pitcher from 1961 to 1975, most notably for the Cleveland Indians. A six-time All-Star, McDowell led the American League in strikeouts five times. Tall (6 feet, 5 inches) and powerful, his left-handed fastball was delivered with an unusually calm pitching motion which led to his memorable nickname, "Sudden Sam". Sam McDowell Has hand Signed this Official Rawlings OAL Major League Baseball. Nice bold blue full sweet spot signature, Inscribed “Sudden”. Ball has scuffs and imperfections as shown, sold as is. Athlon Sports Collectibles Certificate of Authenticity.