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Vote. 81.2% (second ballot) Roland Glen Fingers (born August 25, 1946) is an American former right-handed relief pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for three teams between 1968 and 1985. His effectiveness helped to redefine the value of relievers within baseball and to usher in the modern closer role.
Rollie Fingers. Position: Pitcher. Bats: Right • Throws: Right. 6-4 , 190lb (193cm, 86kg) Born: August 25, 1946 in Steubenville, OH. High School: School: Debut: (Age 22-021d, 12,755th in major league history) 1.1 IP, 4 H, 0 SO, 1 BB, 4 ER.
Rollie Fingers had quite possibly the most famous mustache in baseball. But fans didn’t come to the ballpark to see just that. They came to see him close out games with his sinking fastball night after night.
Rollie Fingers Bio. Fullname: Roland Glen Fingers; Born: 8/25/1946 in Steubenville, OH; College: Chaffey College; Debut: 9/15/1968; Hall of Fame: 1992; Relationship(s): father of Jason Fingers
Feb 21, 2022 · From debuting what became legendary facial hair to a starring role as part of an Oakland dynasty, let’s take a look back at the top 10 moments of Fingers’ baseball life. 1. Bringing Oakland its first World Series title. Oct. 22, 1972.
Aug 18, 2011 · Rollie Fingers' 17-year career epitomized the emergence of the modern-day relief ace. After watching him post inconsistent results as a starter, the A's move...
Feb 21, 2022 · Rollie Fingers is one of those Hall of Famers, and for good reason, because he accomplished an incredible amount over parts of 17 seasons in the Majors. He was part of three World Series winners, throwing the final pitch in two of them; he made seven All-Star teams; he is one of a select few players to win Cy Young and Most Valuable Player ...
