Born January 8, 1953 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania was Baseball Hall of Fame Pitcher Bruce Sutter. During his twelve-year MLB career, this legend took the mound for the Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Atlanta Braves.
Sports History
Bruce Sutter MLB Hall of Fame CloserSplit-Finger Sorcerer and World Series Champion
Emerging from the Chicago Cubs in the late 1970s, Sutter established himself as one of the league's dominant relievers. His split-finger, plunging off the plate like a dying fly, befuddled batters and made him nearly unhittable. He racked up saves, earning four Rolaids Relief Man awards and becoming a six-time All-Star.
His legend grew with the St. Louis Cardinals in the early 1980s. He became the cornerstone of their bullpen, anchoring a championship-caliber team. His 1982 World Series performance was particularly iconic, with Sutter shutting down opponents and securing the title for the Cardinals. He even earned the Series MVP award, solidifying his status as a postseason performer.
Yet, Sutter's impact transcended mere stats. He was a showman, his wild beard and fiery throws captivating fans and intimidating opponents. He redefined the role of the closer, turning the ninth inning into a high-pressure showstopper. His success paved the way for future dominant relievers.
May 20 Numbers
Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 6 - 5 - 32 May 20, 1941 - Chicago White Sox, Taft Wright, Number 6 set an AL record of RBIs in 13 consecutive games...
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May 19 Numbers
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May 18 Numbers
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May 17 Numbers
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May 16 Numbers
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May 15 Numbers
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