Sox fans (both Red and White,) will be dissapointed to know that Juan Marichal is the best athlete to ever wear the number 27. Of course, they'll be dissapointed because although Carlton Fisk was a strong consideration here, Marichal receives the honor. Known for his high leg kick pitch delivery, Juan broke into the bigs on July 19, 1960 with the San Francisco Giants. In his debut game, he shut out the Philadelphia Phillies with one hit. Some start. It was the beginning of a Hall of Fame career. His acheivements:
- 2.89 lifetime ERA
- Averaged 20 wins from 1962-1971
- 9-time All-Star
- Led NL twice in complete games and shutouts
- 2,303 career strikeouts
- 83.69% Hall of Fame election rate
Did you know......Juan Marichal's nickname is the "Dominican Dandy?" (photo courtesy of latinosportslegends.com)
I "Juan" to be like him!
ReplyDeleteGood choice. The Pudge/Juan argument lasted through I think four beers but we went with Marichal too.
ReplyDeleteJuan, i gotta give it up to you dude. Steve Atwater, honorable mention.
ReplyDeleteFrank Mahovlich
ReplyDeleteAlexia Kovalev?
ReplyDeletecarlton fisk anyone?
ReplyDeletehow about vlad?
ReplyDeleteFisk, as someone said.
ReplyDeleteEddie George.
Jose Rijo.
The Cincinnati Reds' mascot.
Gotta give Vlad some love.
ReplyDeleteCatfish Hunter, the last pitcher to win 20 games five consecutive years. Won't happen again.
ReplyDeleteCatfish Hunter should certainly be in the discussion here. I think that someone like Justin Verlander could win 20 games for several years in a row. But it would certainly be difficult to achieve.
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