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GBOAT Round 1, Matchup 8: (7) Ron Reed vs. (2) Dale Murphy

Greetings, folks. In this matchup, you will learn a new Brave before voting for Dale Murphy.

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Ron Reed - 22.2 WAR (3.1 WAR/200 IP)

Synopsis

  • 80-88, 3.73 ERA
  • 101 ERA-, 93 FIP-
  • Chosen as an All-Star in 1968
  • Ranks 5th among Atlanta pitchers in WAR, trailing only Niekro, Glavine, Maddux, and Smoltz

Memorable Moments

  • In his only ASG appearance, Reed recorded the first two outs of the ninth inning, including a Strikeout of future teammate Davey Johnson, to help the NL hold on to a 1-0 win. The Mets' Jerry Koosman replaced him to get the game's final out.
  • Reed was the winning pitcher of the April 8, 1974 game in which Hank Aaron hit his 715th Home Run.

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Dale Murphy - 44.3 WAR (3.3/600 PA's)

Synopsis

  • .268/.351/.478 batting line
  • 123 wRC+
  • Won the NL MVP in 1982 and 1983, and received votes in sixth other seasons
  • 7x All-Star (1980, 1982-7)
  • Won five Gold Gloves (1982-1986)
  • Ranks fourth in Atlanta history with 160 Stolen Bases
  • Did not miss a game between 1982 and 1985, playing in 740 consecutive games
  • Led the league in Home Runs in 1984 (36) and 1985 (37)

Memorable Moments

  • When the Braves won 13 consecutive games to start Murphy's MVP season, Dale carrie his share of the load, hitting four Home Runs and driving in twelve.
Here's where we stand now:

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