#2
of 25
Roger Clemens
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Roger Clemens blended longevity, power pitching, and peak dominance into one of the strongest resumes ever. He won seven Cy Young Awards across different eras of offense. Clemens sustained elite strikeout rates while limiting walks during his best seasons. His career 143 ERA+ across 24 seasons demonstrates sustained superiority. He adapted from power phenom to crafty veteran without losing effectiveness. Clemens thrived during the high-offense 1990s and early 2000s, which strengthens his case. He delivered multiple 20-win seasons with ace-level workloads. His postseason record includes strong championship contributions. Few pitchers matched his ability to dominate across decades. As a combination of peak and longevity, Clemens sits near the very top.
Career Numbers
354-184
W-L
3.12
ERA
4,672
K
4,916.2
IP
118
CG
46
SHO
Roger Clemens at No. 2
This slide covers number 2 of 25 in Top 25 Starting Pitchers in History of MLB Baseball: Roger Clemens. Roger Clemens's pitching line on the card: 354 wins, a 3.12 ERA, 4,672 strikeouts. Roger Clemens debuted in the 1980s, and the Explore links below open that decade's page and the list of players born in USA. Walter Johnson is ranked just above at 1 while Pedro Martínez follows at 3. The order reflects the list's own criteria, set out in its introduction; the statistics are the site's standard career totals.