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Dave McNally, a left-handed pitcher, became an integral part of the Baltimore Orioles' pitching staff during the 1960s and early 1970s. Born on October 31, 1942, in Billings, Montana, McNally's journey to Major League Baseball began in his hometown, where he excelled in high school sports. His talent on the mound caught the attention of the Orioles, who
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Dave McNally 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
84%
Clutch
81%
H/9
82%
HR/9
50%
K/9
50%
BB/9
72%
Velocity
50%
Control
64%
Break
57%
Fielding
60%
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
3%
Power
49%
Bunting
71%
Drag
36%
Vision
11%
Discipline
48%
Clutch
11%
Durability
50%
Speed
2%
Arm Str
50%
Arm Acc
50%
Reaction
85%
Fielding
60%
Stealing
4%
Baserunning
3%
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On May 6, 1971, at Memorial Stadium, the Baltimore Orioles hosted the California Angels in...
1971 California Angels vs Baltimore Orioles - Radio Broadcast / On May 6, 1971, at Memorial Stadium, the Baltimore Orioles hosted the California Angels in what was poised to be a competitive matchup, highlighting the pitching prowess of Dave McNally for the Orioles against the Angels' Andy Messersmith. Both teams were looking to assert themselves early in the season, with the Orioles riding the momentum of their powerful lineup and the Angels focusing on refining their strategy under the guidance of their solid starting rotation. Noteworthy for the season, the Orioles were the defending World Series champions, adding an extra layer of anticipation for their performance throughout the 1971 campaign.
As the game unfolded, the Orioles seized an early lead with a tactical first inning that set the tone for their strategic play. Dave McNally and Andy Messersmith both delivered strong starts, effectively managing the opposing lineups with precision. The Orioles were able to leverage key moments, notably in the fifth inning when they expanded their lead. This was underscored by a hit by pitch to Don Buford, followed by intelligent base running that positioned him to score on a single by Brooks Robinson. The Orioles showcased their capability to capitalize on opportunities, maintaining control of the game's tempo and demonstrating solid defensive plays to support McNally’s pitching. The Orioles emerged victorious with a 3-1 win, a reflection of their robust start to the season and McNally's commanding performance, yielding only one run across the complete game.
