Bill Cosby Thanks Cy Young Winner R.A. Dickey for Making Knuckleball 'Respectable and Acceptable'

Bill Cosby Thanks Cy Young Winner R.A. Dickey for Making Knuckleball ‘Respectable and Acceptable’

by NESN Staff on Fri, Nov 16, 2012 at 2:22PM

Nearly two months ago, comedian Bill Cosby graced Fenway Park by throwing a ceremonial first pitch. When Cosby unleashed the pitch, he channeled his inner Tim Wakefield and tossed a knuckleball.

It’s a pitch that he dabbled back with in his youth. That’s why Cosby felt a sense of pride when Mets knuckleballer R.A. Dickey was named the National League Cy Young Award winner on Thursday.

Cosby took the time to write Dickey a heartfelt message, congratulating him for the award via Twitter.

To Mr. @RADickey43 - As a former knuckleballer, thank you for making our pitch respectable and acceptable.
—
Bill Cosby (@BillCosby) November 15, 2012

In 34 starts this season, Dickey compiled a 20-6 record with a 2.73 ERA and 230 strikeouts. His storybook season has become an inspiration to many, including the iconic Cosby.

Thumbnail photo via Twitter/@BillCosby