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Sal Bando's journey in professional baseball began when he was drafted by the Kansas City Athletics in 1965. A third baseman known for his leadership and strong defensive skills, Bando quickly rose through the ranks. By 1967, he had made his major league debut with the Athletics, who would soon relocate to Oakland. Bando became an integral
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Sal Bando 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.
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
42%
Power
82%
Bunting
79%
Drag
62%
Vision
23%
Discipline
93%
Clutch
93%
Durability
91%
Speed
45%
Arm Str
77%
Arm Acc
75%
Reaction
80%
Fielding
72%
Stealing
54%
Baserunning
49%
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In a regular season game on June 6, 1970, at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, a notable...
Detroit TIgers vs Oakland A's - Radio Broadcast / In a regular season game on June 6, 1970, at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, a notable game unfolded between the Detroit Tigers and the Oakland Athletics. The Tigers' pitcher, Joe Niekro, and the Athletics' pitcher, Chuck Dobson, both took the mound with the intention of guiding their teams to victory. This game occurred during a significant period for both franchises: the Athletics were in the process of building a team that would dominate the early 1970s, while the Tigers aimed to sustain the competitive spirit that led them to a World Series championship in 1968.
The game started off quietly, with no runs scored in the initial innings. Momentum shifted in the fourth inning when Norm Cash hit a two-run homer for the Tigers, setting the stage for a competitive match. The Athletics managed to score two unearned runs in the second inning, taking advantage of errors by the Tigers. Key moments for the Tigers included solo home runs by Bill Freehan in the fifth and ninth innings, which were crucial in maintaining their lead. In the eighth inning, Matty Alou hit a two-run homer for the Athletics, narrowing the gap in the score. However, the pitching of Joe Niekro, coupled with John Hiller securing a save, ensured that the Tigers maintained their lead, resulting in a 6-4 win.