On November 1, 2011, Chicago White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle won his third straight Gold Glove Award, recognizing his defensive excellence. The left-hander had previously won in 2009 and 2010. Buehrle's fielding prowess was a hallmark of his career, which included a perfect game in 2009 and a no-hitter in 2007. The award capped a season where he posted a 13-9 record with a 3.59 ERA over 32 starts.
Mark Buehrle Claims Third Consecutive Gold Glove on This Day in 2011



