Rich "Goose" Gossage
Career Overview

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Rich "Goose" Gossage, known for his intimidating presence on the mound and his trademark mustache, became one of the most recognizable relief pitchers in Major League Baseball history. Born on July 5, 1951, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Gossage grew up with a passion for baseball that eventually led him to a professional career spanning over two decades. Gossage's journey

Rich "Goose" Gossage, known for his intimidating presence on the mound and his trademark mustache, became one of the most recognizable relief pitchers in Major League Baseball history. Born on July 5, 1951, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Gossage grew up with a passion for baseball that eventually led him to a professional career spanning over two decades. Gossage's journey

Career Pitching Stats

AL 1972-1994

Win-Loss

124–107

ERA

3.01

Saves

310

#26 All-Time

WHIP

1.232

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Skills Scorecard

Control

B+

Velocity

A-

Stamina

D

Command

A

Range

D+

Fielding

D

Career Timeline

1972-1976

Chicago White Sox (AL)

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1977

Pittsburgh Pirates (NL)

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1978-1983

New York Yankees (AL)

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1984-1987

San Diego Padres (NL)

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1988

Chicago Cubs (NL)

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1989

New York Yankees (AL)

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1989

San Francisco Giants (NL)

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1991

Texas Rangers (AL)

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1992-1993

Oakland Athletics (AL)

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1994

Seattle Mariners (AL)

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Personal Profile

Born Jul 5th, 1951

Age 73 years old

Bats / Throws Right / Right

Height / Weight 6' 3" 180 lbs

Position RP

Uniform # 54

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