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White Sox Knuckleball Pioneer Wilbur Wood Dies at 84

Wilbur Wood, the Chicago White Sox left-hander famed for his knuckleball, died at 84 in Burlington, Massachusetts. He started more games and pitched more innings in a season than any pitcher in a century, including a 376⅔-inning year in 1972 and four 20-win seasons, with a peak from 1971–75 before a 1976 knee injury ended his run. He finished with 164 victories and, while never a Hall of Famer, remains a durable symbol of the White Sox’s history.

via The New York Times|

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sports1 month ago•28 min saved

Durable Knuckleballer Wilbur Wood Dies at 84

Longtime MLB pitcher Wilbur Wood, famed for his knuckleball and marathon innings with the Chicago White Sox in the early 1970s, died at 84. He also played for the Pirates and Red Sox, earned three All-Star selections, and set incredible innings totals before a 1976 knee injury curtailed his career; MLB Trade Rumors extends condolences.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

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sports2 years ago•6 min saved

Remembering Tim Wakefield: Red Sox Legend and Philanthropist Passes Away at 57

Tim Wakefield, the third winningest pitcher in Red Sox history, has passed away at the age of 57 after battling brain cancer. Known for his unique knuckleball pitch, Wakefield was a key part of the Red Sox's successful era and a highly respected teammate. He was a two-time World Series Champion and won the Roberto Clemente Award in 2010 for his dedicated community work. Wakefield's kindness, spirit, and humanitarian qualities made him an extraordinary human being both on and off the field. He leaves behind a lasting legacy in the baseball world and will be deeply missed.

via MLB.com|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"MLB's Padres Call Up Knuckleballer Matt Waldron for First Start"

The San Diego Padres plan to promote 26-year-old right-hander Matt Waldron, who will become the first regular knuckleballer to pitch in the big leagues since Mickey Jannis did so for the Orioles in 2021. Waldron's callup comes with the Padres planning to skip Michael Wacha's start while he deals with right shoulder fatigue. Waldron's knuckler sits around 80 mph – harder than most. He has struggled this season in the hitter-friendly confines of Triple-A El Paso, where he has posted a 7.02 ERA across 14 appearances.

via MLB.com|

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