Toronto Blue Jays: The 4 players on the franchise's Mount Rushmore

Toronto Blue Jays: The 4 players on the franchise’s Mount Rushmore

By Beau Adams | Aug 25, 2023

TORONTO, ON - JULY 22: A banner showing the retired number 32, belonging to former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Roy Halladay, is updated with the National Baseball Hall of Fame logo, after Halladay was inducted into the Hall of Fame on July 21st, 2019, seen during a MLB game against the Cleveland Indians at Rogers Centre on July 22, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) /

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BALTIMORE – MAY 27: Roy Halladay #32 of the Toronto Blue Jays pitches against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards on May 27, 2009 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) /

The Ace: Roy Halladay

Position: Starting Pitcher

Career: 1998-2013

Years with Blue Jays: 1998-2009

Primary Stats: 203 Wins, 3.38 ERA, 2117 Strikeouts

Accolades: HOF inductee, 2 Cy Youngs, 3- time 20 Game winner, 8-time All-Star,

Roy Halladay, a true pitching legend, left an indelible mark on the Toronto Blue Jays franchise. Known for his work ethic, competitiveness, and unwavering dedication to his craft, Halladay established himself as one of the premier pitchers of his era. His dominance on the mound earned him numerous accolades, including two Cy Young Awards.

Pitchers in MLB HISTORY with 5 seasons of 200+ Ks and less than 40 walks:

1) Roy Halladay

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Halladay’s impact extended beyond his exceptional statistics. He led on and off the field, setting an example for his teammates through his professionalism and commitment to excellence. His presence on the Blue Jays’ Mount Rushmore is a testament to his lasting legacy and the profound impact he had on the franchise.

Halladay passed away November 7, 2017 at the age of 40, when his small plane crashed in the Gulf of Mexico. The Blue Jays organization posthumously retired his number 32 on March 29, 2018, with the Phillies retiring his number 34 on August 8, 2021. Halladay was announced as an inductee to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on January 22, 2019.

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