Vaya Con Dios Pedro.

[BengalszoneBilly]

I vividly remember him during the glory years of The Big Red Machine. Couldn't have won those World Series titles without him.

R.I.P. Mr. Borbon.

Ex-Reds reliever Borbon succumbs to cancer at 65

CINCINNATI (AP) Pedro Borbon, who pitched 10 years for the Cincinnati Reds and helped the Big Red Machine win back-to-back World Series titles, died of cancer on Monday. He was 65.

Borbon had been in hospice care at his home in Pharr, Texas, his son, Pedro, told The Associated Press in a phone interview. Borbon requested to be cremated without a memorial service, his son said.

Borbon was a key member of the bullpen on Cincinnati's 1975-76 championship teams, winning 13 games during those two seasons. He also pitched for the Angels, Giants and Cardinals. In 2010, he became the third reliever to be inducted into the Reds Hall of Fame.

''He was probably most proud of the World Series championships,'' he son said. ''He would talk about it often. He was also proud that he never once had a sore arm. He could pitch almost every day.''

Borbon appeared in more games than any other NL pitcher from 1970-78. He holds the club record with 531 career appearances. Borbon pitched in 20 playoff games during his career with a 2.55 ERA.

[redsbengalsbucks]

Didnt he throw a ball and hit the roof of the Astro-dome, years ago? He was a very reliable RP, I'm surprised no other pitcher has tried his bloop pitch. Always seemed to work a couple of times a game.

The Big Red Machine just got a player smaller. RIP Pedro.

[ArmyBengal]

Very sad to hear indeed. I remember seeing him play back then as well Billy.

Prayers go out for him and his family.

[HoosierCat]

One of my favorite players growing up. RIP, Pedro.

[semiotter]

What a work horse to I think he could of pitched everyday. He will be missed.