Wilver Dornell Stargell (March 6, 1940 – April 9, 2001), nicknamed " Pops " later in his career, was an American professional baseball left fielder and first baseman who spent all of his 21 …

Apr 9, 2001 · After his retirement, Stargell spent time as a Pirates coach, and later coached the Atlanta Braves. In 1988, Stargell was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame and the Pirates …

Jason Kendall is thankful for the guidance bestowed by Willie Stargell. Pirates president Kevin McClatchy says Willie Stargell made it until the first game at new PNC Park. Pirates CEO...

Jul 15, 2024 · Explore the legacy of Willie Stargell, focusing on his leadership, clutch hitting, and impact on the Pittsburgh Pirates and the game of baseball. Discover Pops' enduring influence.

They won again in 1971 behind Roberto Clemente, the first Latin-American enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame, and in 1979 under the leadership of Willie Stargell. Since their …

Jan 4, 2012 · But Pittsburgh Pirates’ scout Bob Zuk spotted a glint of potential underneath Stargell’s crude skills and signed him for $1,500 in August 1958. For 1959 the Pirates …

In addition to his NLCS and World Series MVPs, Stargell was named the co-MVP of the 1979 season (along with St. Louis' Keith Hernandez). Stargell is the only player to have won all …

Apr 10, 2001 · Baseball Hall of Famer Willie Stargell, who led the Pittsburgh Pirates to two World Series titles with tape-measure home runs and patriarchal leadership that earned him the …

Years later, with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Stargell thanked the people who helped him along the way, including Patterson and his mentor, Encinal High School coach Don Grant. During those …

After he retired in 1982, Stargell spent several years as a coach for the Atlanta Braves. Stargell became the only player ever to earn the NLCS, World Series, and National League Most …