#13
of 25
Steve Carlton
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Steve Carlton combined longevity with elite strikeout dominance. He won four Cy Young Awards across different teams. Carlton often carried weak Phillies teams on his back. His 115 career ERA+ spans an enormous workload. He surpassed 4,000 strikeouts with sustained durability. Carlton adapted to hitters as offensive styles evolved. His slider was one of the best of his era. He remained competitive deep into his 30s. Carlton delivered postseason contributions. His longevity and strikeout power secure his place.
Career Numbers
329-244
W-L
3.22
ERA
4,136
K
5,217.1
IP
254
CG
55
SHO
2
SV
Steve Carlton at No. 13
Steve Carlton is ranked 13 of 25 on the Top 25 Starting Pitchers in History of MLB Baseball list. Steve Carlton's pitching line on the card: 329 wins, a 3.22 ERA, 4,136 strikeouts. It also counts 2 saves. The Explore section links Steve Carlton's debut decade, the 1960s, and other players born in USA. Sandy Koufax is ranked just above at 12 while Justin Verlander follows at 14. The order reflects the list's own criteria, set out in its introduction; the statistics are the site's standard career totals.