Who is the Greatest Pitcher Who Ever Lived?
The debate over who is the greatest pitcher who ever lived is a never-ending argument among baseball fans. There are several highly skilled pitchers who made significant contributions to the game throughout history, each with their own unique set of strengths and accomplishments. Among the most notable candidates are:
- Cy Young (1867-1955), the namesake of the Cy Young Award given to the best pitcher in each league every year, holds the record for most career wins (511).
- Walter Johnson (1887-1946), a legendary right-hander known for his blazing fastball, set strikeout records that stood for decades.
- Babe Ruth (1895-1948), a legendary hitter who also pitched occasionally, won 94 games and had a career ERA of 2.28.
- Roger Clemens (born 1962), a seven-time Cy Young Award winner who set numerous records and is widely considered one of the best pitchers of the modern era.
- Greg Maddux (born 1966), a four-time Cy Young Award winner known for his pinpoint control and astute understanding of the game.
While each of these pitchers has a compelling case to be considered the greatest, it's impossible to definitively answer this question. The debate is often subjective and influenced by factors such as the era in which they played, the opposing batters they faced, and the offensive environment of their respective times.
Related Questions:
- Who holds the MLB record for most career no-hitters?
- What is the nickname of the legendary pitcher Juan Marichal?
- Which pitcher was famous for inventing the screwball?
- Who was the first pitcher to win 30 games in one season three times?
- Which pitcher holds the record for the most consecutive complete games?
Hot Sale Items:
- Wilson A2000 Baseball Glove
- Rawlings Heart of the Hide Baseball Glove
- Nokona Evo X Fastpitch Softball Glove
- Louisville Slugger Meta Power BBCOR Baseball Bat
- Easton Ghost Fastpitch Softball Bat
Pre：Do baseball players get paid every game
Next：What is the unassisted triple play that Bill Wambsganss turned during the World Series and which team won that game