Don Gullett, 15-4 with a 2.42 ERA.
A lead off pitcher could also be called a 'starting pitcher'.If the starting pitcher is the best on the team they call him the ACE pitcher ...
usually the best Starting Pitcher in the Starting rotation, a pitcher most likely to pitch on opening day, unless he's injured
A team's best starting pitcher is often referred to as the "ace." The ace is typically the most talented and reliable pitcher on the roster, frequently assigned to start important games, such as those in the playoffs or against strong opponents. This pitcher usually has a strong track record of performance and is expected to lead the pitching staff.
There is no such thing as an ace in softball; you might be thinking of volleyball or tennis.
Ace Darling was born on June 27, 1975.
Ace Darling was born on June 27, 1975.
Matt Cain
Cliff Lee
No. Many times a team has more than one starting pitcher that on any other team would be considered an Ace. The Atlanta Braves had this in the 90's with Tom Glavine and Greg Maddux who both won Cy Young Awards.In the next decade the Oakland Athletics had three "Aces" with Tim Hudson, Mark Mulder, and Barry Zito. All three were in the running for the Cy Young and all three won 20 games at different times.Many other teams in history have had three 20 game winners in one season, but it hasn't happened since 1973.How_many_MLB_teams_have_had_3_20-game_winners_in_one_seasonNot every team has an "Ace" either. Aaron Harang was the "Ace" of the Cinncinatti Reds for many years, but would have been a #2 or #3 pitcher on most teams.
ACE
Definitely Jon Lester
Ace Darling is 36 years old (birthdate: June 27, 1975).