Source: Fox News
Summary
Elroy Face, a relief pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, has died at the age of 97. Face played a key role in the Pirates’ 1960 World Series victory over the New York Yankees. He appeared in 848 games and had a record of 104-95 with a 3.48 ERA. Face was inducted into the Pirates Hall of Fame in 2023 and is the club’s career leader in appearances with 802.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Face’s career was all about consistency, and he delivered it in spades, appearing in 848 games and racking up 191 career saves.
He was a pioneer of the modern relief pitcher, and his legacy continues to be felt in Pittsburgh.
But as fans know, even the greatest careers can be defined by a few late-inning moments, and Face’s was no exception.
When the Pirates needed him most, Face was there, closing out wins in Games 1, 4, and 5 of the 1960 World Series.
This one felt recognizable early, and in the end, it’s a testament to Face’s enduring legacy that he’s still remembered as the “Baron of the Bullpen” today.
Original Observation: The game of baseball is a masterclass in familiarity.
