Ferguson Jenkins
Inducted:
1991
Player Stats
Stats:
6-5, 205lb
Born:
December 13, 1942
Chatham, Ontario, Canada
Position:
Starting Pitcher
College:
NA
Ferguson Jenkins, one of the all-time great pitchers in baseball history, is celebrated for his incredible achievements and lasting impact on baseball. Over a stellar MLB career, primarily with the Chicago Cubs, Jenkins became the first Canadian-born player inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame, earning his place in Cooperstown in 1991. Known for his durability and precision, he recorded over 3,000 strikeouts, an extraordinary feat at the time, and amassed 49 career shutouts and 267 wins. Jenkins was awarded the Cy Young Award in 1971, becoming the first Cub to receive the honor, and his pitching records include an impressive total of 267 complete games, highlighting his consistency and dominance on the mound. Considered one of the most iconic players of his era, Jenkins' legacy as a trailblazing Canadian legend and his contributions to baseball have left an indelible mark. His Hall of Fame speech celebrated his remarkable career and his role as a pioneer for Canadian baseball players. ⚾✨
Jenkins's Awards and Records
- 3× All-Star (1967, 1971, 1972)
- NL Cy Young Award (1971)
- 2× Wins leader (1971, 1974)
- NL strikeout leader (1969)
- Chicago Cubs No. 31 retired
- Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame
- Texas Rangers Hall of Fame
MLB Teams
Philadelphia Phillies (1965–1966)
Chicago Cubs (1966–1973)
Texas Rangers (1974–1975)
Boston Red Sox (1976–1977)
Texas Rangers (1978–1981)
Chicago Cubs (1982–1983)
MLB draft:
NA
Numbers Worn:
31, 46, 30, 19
MLB Stats
Seasons:
19
Games Played:
664
Win–Loss Record:
284–226
Earned Run Average:
3.34
Strikeouts:
3,192
Innings Pitched:
4500.2