Fred Goldsmith
The Sporting News devoted an editorial in April, 1939 asking that Fred Goldsmith be officially recognized as the inventor of the curveball.
Read More > Mike Mussina
A five-time All Star and seven-time Gold Glover, Mike Mussina set an AL record by winning at least 11 games in 17 consecutive seasons.
Read More >Tom Glavine
One of just six lefties to reach the 300-win plateau, Tom Glavine was a two-time Cy Young Award recipient and five-time 20-game winner.
Read More >Greg Maddux
Greg Maddux became the first pitcher with four consecutive Cy Young seasons. From 1992-95 he went 75-29 with a 1.98 earned run average.
Read More >Harvey Haddix
Remembered for his 12-inning perfect game, Harvey Haddix won 136 games, was a 3X All Star & Gold Glover & a pitching coach for 14 years.
Read More >Christy Mathewson
Christy Mathewson is the only man in history to rank in the top 10 all-time list in wins & ERA. He was part of the 1936 original induction class.
Read More >Don Newcombe
Don Newcombe & Justin Verlander are the only players in MLB history to win the Rookie of the Year, Most Valuable Player, & Cy Young Awards.
Read More >Roger Clemens
In 1986 Roger Clemens won the American League’s Cy Young and Most Valuable Player Awards and the All Star Game MVP.
Read More >Al Downing
An All Star in 1967, Al Downing won 20 games in 1971 and was named NL Comeback Player of the Year. He also gave up Hank Aaron’s 715th HR.
Read More >Wes Ferrell
A six-time 20-game winner, Wes Ferrell hit a Major League record 37 homers as a pitcher. His brother Rick Ferrell is in the Hall of Fame.
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