Complex sentence: Eventually Ford went from the No.4 pitcher on a great staff to the universally acclaimed No.1 pitcher of the Yankees, becoming known as the "Chairman of the Board" for his ability to remain calm and in command during high-pressure situations.
Split into simpler sentences: Eventually Ford went from the No.4 pitcher on a great staff to the universally acclaimed No.1 pitcher of the Yankees. He became known as the "Chairman of the Board" for his ability to remain calm and in command during high-pressure situations.