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Herb Pennock, known as "The Knight of Kennett Square," was a left-handed pitcher whose career in Major League Baseball spanned over two decades. Born on February 10, 1894, in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, Pennock began his professional journey with the Philadelphia Athletics. He made his debut in 1912 at the young age of 18, showcasing his potential early on.
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Herb Pennock 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
71%
Clutch
15%
H/9
14%
HR/9
82%
K/9
16%
BB/9
87%
Velocity
16%
Control
35%
Break
25%
Fielding
80%
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
13%
Power
20%
Bunting
90%
Drag
50%
Vision
8%
Discipline
45%
Clutch
18%
Durability
50%
Speed
11%
Arm Str
50%
Arm Acc
50%
Reaction
60%
Fielding
80%
Stealing
10%
Baserunning
10%
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