Carlton Ernest "Pudge" Fisk (born December 26, 1947) is a former Major League Baseball catcher who played for 24 years with both the Boston Red Sox (1969, 1971-1980) and Chicago White Sox (1981-1993). Known by the nickname "Pudge" due to his 6'2", 220 lb frame, he was the first player to be unanimously voted American League Rookie of the Year (1972). He is best known for "waving fair" his game-winning home run in the 12th inning of Game 6 of the 1975 World Series, one of the greatest moments in World Series history. At the time of his retirement in 1993 he held the records for most home runs all-time by a catcher with 351 (since passed by Mike Piazza). A testament to his durability behind the plate, Fisk held the record for most games played at the position of catcher (2,226) until June 17, 2009 when he was surpassed by "Pudge" Iván Rodríguez. Fisk still holds the American League record for most years served behind the plate (24). Fisk was voted to the All-Star team 11 times and won 3 Silver Slugger Awards which is awarded annually to the best offensive player at each position. Fisk was known as a fierce competitor, a superb handler of pitchers and a natural on-field leader. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 2000.

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Season 14 World Series

The Salem Fresh (NL) take the Season 14 World Series 4 games to 1 over the Cleveland Grievous Angels (AL).

This was the third World Series title for the Fresh and Owner Misterfresh . They also won the title in seasons 11 and 12.

For the Grievous Angels and Owner Johndish, this was their first appearance in the World Series. Johndish becomes the fourth owner in Fisk history to reach the World Series from the 6th seed.

Congratulations to both owners for having an outstanding season.

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