Archie Bradley’s 2017 season was the stuff of legend. After struggling as a starter, posting a 5.18 ERA over 34 starts, he was moved to the bullpen and unexpectedly blossomed there. He posted a 1.73 ERA over 73 innings, the lowest in franchise history by any pitcher with more than 50 innings of work, and became a fan favorite with his passionate approach to the game. “This is OUR house,” he roared (below), coming off the mound after retiring the Dodgers on seven pitches in an August game. Then there was the insanity of the wild-card game against the Rockies.
The rise and fall of Archie Bradley, fan icon
