Bob Gibson

Quick Facts

Full Name	Bob Gibson
Occupation	Baseball Player
Date Of Birth	Nov 9, 1935(1935-11-09)
Age	89
Date Of Death	2020-10-02
Birthplace	Omaha
Country	United States
Birth City	Nebraska
Horoscope	Scorpio

Bob Gibson Biography

Bob Gibson is one of the most popular and richest Baseball Player who was born on November 9, 1935 in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. A 9-time All-Star pitcher who was with the St. Louis Cardinals for 17 seasons. He won two National League 9-time All-Star pitcher who played for the St. Louis Cardinals for 17 seasons, winning two National League Cy Young Awards and the 1968 NL MVP Award. He led the Cardinals to World Series Championships in 1964 and 1967, winning World Series MVP honors both years. Awards, as well as in 1968, the NL MVP Award. He was the one to lead his team of Cardinals in winning World Series Championships in 1964 and 1967, securing World Series MVP honors both seasons.

He set record after breaking the World Series strikeout record, striking out 17 Detroit Tigers in game one of the 1968 World Series, but He broke the World Series strikeout record, striking out 17 Detroit Tigers in game one of the 1968 World Series, but Al Kaline and the Tigers came out on top at the end, winning the series in 7 games. and the Tigers won in the end, taking the title in just seven games.

The man was among Pack the Gibsons’ eight kids. He was married to Wendy Nelson in 1979 and there were three children born, Christopher, Ray and Annette.

Bob Gibson Net Worth

Bob Gibson is one of the richest Baseball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Bob Gibson 's net worth $4 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He required a physician’s approval to play high school sports due to an undiagnosed heart murmur.

He ended his career with 251 wins 3,117 strikeouts and an overall ERA that was 2.91.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Bob Gibson height 6 ft 2 in Bob weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Bob Gibson Dating?

According to our records, Bob Gibson married to Wendy Gibson , Charline Gibson. As of December 1, 2023, Bob Gibson’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Bob Ranked on the list of most popular Baseball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Bob Gibson celebrates birthday on November 9 of every year.

What did Hank Aaron say about Bob Gibson?

Gibson was notorious in how he constantly pitched inside to batters. Hank Aaron, who coincidentally received nearly 98 percent of his Hall of Fame vote, had this sage advice for Dusty Baker. “‘ Don’t dig in against Bob Gibson; he’ll knock you down.

What is the Bob Gibson rule?

Sometimes known as the “Gibson rules”, MLB lowered the pitcher’s mound in 1969 from 15 inches (380 mm) to 10 inches (250 mm) and reduced the height of the strike zone from the batter’s armpits to the jersey letters.

What is Bob Gibson famous for?

Gibson’s 17 years with the Cardinals netted 251 victories, 3,117 strikeouts, 56 shutouts and an ERA of 2.91. He later served as a pitching coach for the Mets, Braves, and Cardinals. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1981, and the MLB All-Century Team in 1999.

How fast was Bob Gibson fastball?

Bob Gibson’s average fastball velocity was 91.9 mph!

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