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Steve Blass is a former professional baseball pitcher who had a notable career primarily with the Pittsburgh Pirates in Major League Baseball (MLB). His career, marked by significant achievements and a mysterious decline, spanned from his debut in 1964 until his last appearance in 1974.
Blass was born on April 18, 1942, in Canaan, Connecticut. He signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates
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These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Steve Blass 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
68%
Clutch
55%
H/9
58%
HR/9
54%
K/9
51%
BB/9
41%
Velocity
51%
Control
45%
Break
48%
Fielding
60%
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
10%
Power
12%
Bunting
56%
Drag
35%
Vision
10%
Discipline
2%
Clutch
9%
Durability
50%
Speed
14%
Arm Str
50%
Arm Acc
50%
Reaction
88%
Fielding
60%
Stealing
8%
Baserunning
11%
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In a captivating showdown at Shea Stadium on June 26, 1967, the New York Mets...
New York Mets vs Pittsburgh Pirates - Full Game Radio Broadcast / In a captivating showdown at Shea Stadium on June 26, 1967, the New York Mets faced the Pittsburgh Pirates in a night game that promised excitement. The Mets, with Bob Shaw on the mound, were looking to make a mark in their relatively young franchise history. The Pirates, with Steve Blass as their starting pitcher, were also eyeing victory. The game took place amid a season filled with its own narratives, including Roberto Clemente's stellar performance and the Mets' ongoing efforts to climb up from their expansion team struggles.
The game unfolded with a tense pitchers' duel, as both Shaw and Blass held the line through the early innings. The Pirates managed to break through first, with a run in the third inning, followed by a solo home run by Bill Mazeroski in the seventh. The Mets, however, kept the game within reach, showcasing resilience in their batting lineup. The real turning point came in the eighth inning when Ken Boyer hit a crucial two-run homer for the Mets, leveling the score. This set the stage for a dramatic ninth inning, where the Mets seized their opportunity to clinch a narrow victory.
The final score, Mets 3, Pirates 2, was a testament to the competitive nature of the 1967 season. This game, while just a single chapter in the long baseball season, was indicative of the Mets' fighting spirit and the Pirates' formidable play, reflective of Clemente's impressive season performance. As the season progressed, both teams continued to contribute to the rich tapestry of the 1967 baseball season, a year remembered for its close pennant races and memorable individual performances.
