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Don Wilson was an American professional baseball player who had a significant impact on the sport during his career. He was a right-handed pitcher who played his entire career for the Houston Astros in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Born in Monroe, Louisiana, Wilson was signed by the Astros as an amateur free agent in 1966. He quickly made his mark
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Don Wilson ranks among all historic players for several skill categories. For example, a percentile of "85% Power" would indicate a player among the top 15% of players in raw batting power, and a percentile of "Speed 3%" would indicate a player that is among the slowest players in the history of the game. These percentiles are entirely based on career statistical accomplishments for players with over 500 games played or 500 innings pitched, so may not accurately reflect an intangible ability.
Pitching Skills
Stamina
85%
Clutch
96%
H/9
95%
HR/9
64%
K/9
77%
BB/9
44%
Velocity
77%
Control
73%
Break
75%
Fielding
15%
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
5%
Power
11%
Bunting
58%
Drag
32%
Vision
11%
Discipline
1%
Clutch
8%
Durability
50%
Speed
7%
Arm Str
50%
Arm Acc
50%
Reaction
79%
Fielding
15%
Stealing
0%
Baserunning
4%
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The 1969 season witnessed the debut of two expansion teams, the Houston Astros and the...
Houston Astros vs Montreal Expos - Joe Morgan - Radio Broadcast / The 1969 season witnessed the debut of two expansion teams, the Houston Astros and the Montreal Expos, who embarked on their inaugural campaigns in Major League Baseball. Both teams faced numerous challenges as they sought to establish themselves in the league. The month of August proved to be a critical juncture in their respective journeys.
For the Houston Astros, August marked a period of significant improvement and progress. Despite a slow start to the season, they showed resilience and determination, steadily improving their performance in the summer months. Led by talented players such as Joe Morgan and Jimmy Wynn, the Astros began to find their footing and make their presence felt in the league. While the playoffs remained out of reach, their August surge provided hope for a brighter future.
Meanwhile, the Montreal Expos encountered a more arduous season. As an expansion team, they faced the challenges of building a competitive roster from scratch. In August, the Expos struggled to maintain consistency, battling with their lack of experience and depth. Despite the hardships, the team displayed flashes of potential, thanks to players like Rusty Staub and Ron Fairly, who showcased their abilities and hinted at a promising future.
The 1969 season allowed both the Houston Astros and the Montreal Expos to lay the foundation for their future endeavors in Major League Baseball. While the Astros demonstrated signs of growth and improvement in August, the Expos endured their share of challenges as they navigated their inaugural season. Their journey in 1969 laid the groundwork for their development into integral components of the league's landscape in the years to come.
