Bob Gibson was a pitcher larger than life, his electric heat and fierce drive overwhelmed most hitters. But I didn’t need to tell you that. I could tell you about the moments, the 17 strikeouts, the 1.12 season, but you’ve heard those stories a thousand times before. Whether you were alive to watch him or you heard tales from those who did, it’s very difficult to not love the player that Bob Gibson was. Especially as a St. Louis Cardinals fan.
Instead, I want to look at some of the things that he said, and the personality that truly makes Bob Gibson a transcendent player and unforgettable person.