The Goose is Hall-bound

I was not alive when Rich "Goose" Gossage performed at an exceptional level and when he was relevant as the closer for the New York Yankees. As a fan for a long time, I've come to the conclusion that the ultimatum of being a fan is to remember the triumphs of the time and reflect on what was sweet and endearing about the people and the glory. What's extraordinarily impressive is finding out that the pinstripes were finally able to settle a situation in the bullpen that was long overdue; searching for a replacement to this man who saved more games than any Yankee.

It only took until 1996 to find the appropriate man for the job to finsh Yankee games in Mariano Rivera. Gossage saved 310 games...tossed more than 100 innings on five occasions and had 125 two inning saves during the regualr season which far outweighs the accomplishments of Mo who only has 11 to speak of.

With that said, Gossage deserved to be in Cooperstown and commemorated for his efforts during his career. He becomes the fifth reliever in baseball history to earn his maksmanship in baseball's main enshrinement.

The pitcher spent five seasons as a reliever with the White Sox, seven seasons with the pinstripes and four other with the San Diego Padres. His other stops included the Pirates, Cubs, Giants, Rangers, A's and Mariners during his 22 year career.