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Posted By: Misunderestimated

Adam - I agree -- but none of these guys are mediocre; they are just lesser HOfers...
I figure Chesbro is a bit better than the Pitching equivalent of Roger Maris. Factoring in relative historical value he's maybe Drysdale level -- a bit better than Bender, Pennock or Haines (all HOF pitchers)a bit worse than Waddell (but generally similar) or even Dean... relatively low lifetime value for a Pitcher of his era (compare with Willis, who doesn't impress me much McGinitty who impresses me more or Plank who impresses me alot --even though none of his seasons approach Chesbro's best years)one season for the ages and one other top flight season (like Maris in 60 & 61) but not even sustained dominance on par with Koufax, Newhouser or Walsh who didn't reach the big career numbers but were dominant for more than a year or two..

Anyway I'll stop rambling...