Nelson Briles
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Nelson Kelley Briles (Nellie)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 11", Weight 200 lb.
- School Santa Clara University
- High School Chico High School
- Debut April 19, 1965
- Final Game September 13, 1978
- Born August 5, 1943 in Dorris, CA USA
- Died February 13, 2005 in Orlando, FL USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Pitcher Nelson Briles was part of two World Series champions in his 14 year career. He won nine consecutive starts for the 1967 St. Louis Cardinals and got the victory in Game Three of the World Series. In the 1971 World Series, he pitched a two-hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates in Game Five to give the club a 4-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
After retiring, Briles was a broadcaster for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Seattle Mariners and held a front office position with the Pirates. He died at age 61 after suffering a heart attack at a Pirates alumni golf tournament.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- NL Winning Percentage Leader (1967)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 2 (1968 & 1969)
- 200 Innings Pitched Seasons: 4 (1968, 1969, 1973 & 1976)
- Won two World Series with the St. Louis Cardinals (1967) and the Pittsburgh Pirates (1971)
