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Bob Gibson, a towering presence on the pitcher's mound, became one of the most dominant pitchers in Major League Baseball history. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Gibson overcame numerous challenges in his early life, including health issues and racial discrimination, to rise to the pinnacle of professional baseball. His career with the St. Louis Cardinals is remembered for its
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Bob Gibson ranks among all historic players for several skill categories. For example, a percentile of "85% Power" would indicate a player among the top 15% of players in raw batting power, and a percentile of "Speed 3%" would indicate a player that is among the slowest players in the history of the game. These percentiles are entirely based on career statistical accomplishments for players with over 500 games played or 500 innings pitched, so may not accurately reflect an intangible ability.
Pitching Skills
Stamina
91%
Clutch
96%
H/9
95%
HR/9
66%
K/9
84%
BB/9
54%
Velocity
84%
Control
84%
Break
84%
Fielding
40%
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
16%
Power
60%
Bunting
79%
Drag
52%
Vision
40%
Discipline
17%
Clutch
20%
Durability
50%
Speed
25%
Arm Str
50%
Arm Acc
50%
Reaction
91%
Fielding
40%
Stealing
39%
Baserunning
32%
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The Cardinals came out strong right from the start, scoring five runs in the first inning, highlighted by a three-run home run from Joe Hague. Gibson delivered a masterful performance on the mound, keeping the Pirates' hitters off balance and preventing any runs. The Cardinals continued to pile on the runs, with additional contributions from Ted Simmons, who had four hits, and Joe Torre, who also had a four-hit game. By the fifth inning, the Cardinals had extended their lead to 8-0, and they never looked back, adding three more runs in the eighth inning to seal a commanding lead.
The game ended with a resounding 11-0 victory for the Cardinals, with Gibson throwing a no-hitter, walking three, and striking out ten. This victory was a significant boost for the Cardinals in their bid to climb the standings, while the Pirates remained on top of the National League East. The Pirates went on to win the division and eventually the World Series, showcasing their resilience and talent throughout the season.
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