Dave Giusti
From BR Bullpen
1964 Topps
David John Giusti Jr.
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 195 lb.
- School Syracuse University
- Debut April 13, 1962
- Final Game September 27, 1977
- Born November 27, 1939 in Seneca Falls, NY USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Dave Giusti was a journeyman stating pitcher with the Houston Astros and St. Louis Cardinals in the 1960's. He won 15 games with Houston in 1966. Converted to the bullpen by the Pittsburgh Pirates, the palmballer saved 20 or more games four years in a row. He ended his career with the Chicago Cubs in 1977.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- NL All-Star (1973)
- NL Saves Leader (1971)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 1 (1966)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 3 (1966-1968)
- 30 Saves Seasons: 1 (1971)
- Won a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1971
