Dominican · Laguna Seca, Dominican Republic · Born 20 October 1937Dominican baseball pitcher who won 243 MLB games and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1983 for the San Francisco Giants.
Juan Marichal was the San Francisco Giants' legendary right-hander, known for his extraordinarily high leg kick and exceptional pitching variety. His combination of multiple arm angles, exceptional control, and devastating off-speed pitches produced eight 20-win seasons. Despite pitching at the same time as Sandy Koufax and Bob Gibson, Marichal's career statistics compare favourably with either, and he is considered one of the finest starting pitchers in baseball history.
High leg kick pitching motion and pinpoint control
How They Played
Right-handed pitcher with exceptional control and variety
Lasting Impact
First Dominican pitcher in Baseball Hall of Fame
Career Honours
- NL All-Star Selection 1962
- NL All-Star Selection 1963
- NL All-Star Selection 1964
- NL All-Star Selection 1965
- NL All-Star Selection 1966
- NL All-Star Selection 1967
- NL All-Star Selection 1968
- NL All-Star Selection 1971
- Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee 1983
- MLB All-Star Game MVP 1965
- NL ERA Leader 1969
- MLB Roberto Clemente Award Nominee
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Giants | 1960–1973 | 457 | #27 |
| Boston Red Sox | 1974–1974 | 11 | — |
| Los Angeles Dodgers | 1975–1975 | 2 | — |
Dominican Athletes