Roy Face
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Elroy Leon Face
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 5' 8", Weight 155 lb.
- Debut April 16, 1953
- Final Game August 15, 1969
- Born February 20, 1928 in Stephentown, NY USA
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[edit] Biographical Information
Roy Face was the premier NL closer of the 1960s. His forkball was to the NL what Hoyt Wilhelm's knuckler was to the AL.
One of the ten best relievers according to The Relief Pitcher for being the most dominant reliever of his era.
[edit] Notable Achievements
- 3-time NL All-Star (1959-1961)
- NL Winning Percentage Leader (1959)
- 2-time NL Games Pitched Leader (1956 & 1960)
- 3-time NL Saves Leader (1958, 1961 & 1962)
- 15 Wins Seasons: 1 (1959)
- Won a World Series with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1960
[edit] Records Held
- Winning percentage, season (minimum 15 wins), .947, 1959
- Wins, as a reliever, season, 18, 1959
