One of the highlights during the 86th All-Star Game in Cincinnati was that the Franchise Four was announced for all 30 Major League Baseball teams. For the Pittsburgh Pirates, their fans selected Roberto Clemente, Bill Mazeroski, Willie Stargell, and Honus Wagner.
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I am in agreement with the Pirates faithful on their selections of the Franchise Four. But, it does beg at least one question. Just who are the Franchise Four when it comes to pitching in Pittsburgh?
In the present, we can see what outstanding pitching can do for the crew of the Jolly Roger in the standings.