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Originally Posted by frankbmd
Just for clarification the three McIntyre cards represent two McIntyres, one from Connecticut and one from Ohio, one of whom's names is spelled McIntire in Baseball Reference.
This post will undoubtedly cause a surge in the value of Harry's two cards since the misspelling will be considered a "freak" variation by some.
Walsh and Chesbro, with their 40 win seasons and relatively short careers (neither won 200 games), had careers similar to Denny McLain who will always be remembered for his 30 win season. All three crossed artificial numerical thresholds in a single season that were noteworthy at the time of the achievement. Going from 38 to 39 means little, but going from 39 to 40 opens a few eyes. Currently pitch counts and five man rotations are all but eliminating the 20 game winner.
Personally I've always thought the Face's 18 win season out the bullpen was a threshold that should get more attention, but 18 just doesn't have the numerical punch that 20 does. Sorry Elroy. |
Come on now Frank. How much more tribute do you need? The Jetsons named their male heir after Mr. Face. Of course, they also named their dog after artificial turf.......
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