HALL OF FAME: Juan Marichal, 1983

JUAN MARICHAL

Born: October 20, 1937, Laguna Verde, Dominican Republic

Hall of Fame induction: 1983

MLB debut: July 19, 1960

Last game: April 16, 1975

Teams: San Francisco Giants (1960-1973); Boston Red Sox (1974); Los Angeles Dodgers (1975)

Hall of Fame plaque: During 16-year career won 243 games, lost 142. His .631 winning percentage is best by right-handed pitcher in 20th century. Won 20 or more games six years, 1963–69. Pitched no-hitter June 15, 1963 against Colt .45s. Had one-hitters against Phillies, 1962; Mets, 1964; and Reds, 1965. His high leg kick and blinding fastball were his trademarks.

Career:

243 Wins

142 Losses

2.89 ERA

2,303 Strikeouts

244 Complete Games

Highlights:

Six 20-win seasons

Ten All-Star selections

No-hitter on June 15, 1963 vs. Colt .45s

MLB ERA title: 2.10 (1969)

Led the National League in wins, complete games, and shutouts multiple times