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Keith Hernandez is a former professional baseball player who played for the St. Louis Cardinals, New York Mets, and Cleveland Indians during his career. He was known for his exceptional defensive skills as a first baseman and his ability to hit for both power and average.
Hernandez began his career with the Cardinals in 1974 and quickly established himself as one
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Keith Hernandez 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.
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
92%
Power
67%
Bunting
31%
Drag
44%
Vision
93%
Discipline
89%
Clutch
95%
Durability
81%
Speed
58%
Arm Str
98%
Arm Acc
98%
Reaction
97%
Fielding
83%
Stealing
60%
Baserunning
59%
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1982 St. Louis Cardinals Celebration & Highlights / In 1982, the sports broadcasting landscape was graced by the iconic voice of Jack Buck, whose vivid narrations and heartfelt enthusiasm captured the essence of baseball like few others could. This particular year was momentous for Jack Buck and the St. Louis Cardinals, as it marked a significant period in both their trajectories. Buck, having been the voice of the Cardinals since the late 1950s, brought not just experience but a deep connection to the team and its fanbase to his broadcasts. The 1982 season saw the Cardinals clinch their first World Series title since 1967, a victory that was not just a win but a resurgence of the team's prominence in Major League Baseball.
The celebration and highlights broadcast of the 1982 St. Louis Cardinals encapsulate the jubilation and the strategic masterstrokes that defined their season. Through Jack Buck's narrative, listeners are transported to key moments that defined the Cardinals' journey to victory, from dramatic playoff games to the final out that sealed their World Series triumph. His commentary does not just recount events; it revives the emotions and the electric atmosphere of the stadium, making it a timeless piece for any baseball aficionado or historian of the sport. This broadcast remains a testament to Buck’s legendary career and his ability to weave the thrill of the game into every word he spoke.