That would be

That would be
by sprack (2026-02-09 17:30:27)
Edited on 2026-02-09 17:41:29

In reply to: Really odd MLB trivia question (Philly Special) posted by G.K.Chesterton

Bobby Shantz. I knew the answer as soon as read "Philadelphia A's" and that he was 5'6".

In 1952, his MVP year, he went 24-7 with an ERA of 2.48. That was 30% of the A's 79 wins. He was really the only reason the A's had a rare winning record that year. The first third of his career he was a starter, the last two thirds a reliever, after a number of injuries. The A's traded him to the Yankees where he was on 4 consecutive pennant winners, including a world championship in 1958.

One other thing you didn't mention - he won the first AL Gold Glove for a pitcher, his first of 8.

Replies:

I met him at a golf outing about 25 years ago. Great guy. * - veets 2026-02-10 07:26:34
That is correct! - G.K.Chesterton 2026-02-09 18:01:58
- That infamous Lou Brock trade - sprack 2026-02-11 17:39:11
My first in-person game - SB Jimbo 2026-02-09 17:58:36