What Dodger pitcher broke a 62 year old record when he struck out 29 batters in the 1965 World Series?

Asked by: Sharon Thompson

3) What Dodger pitcher broke a 62 year old record when he struck out 29 batters in the 1965 World Series? After losing in game 2 of the 1965 World Series, Sandy Koufax came back with a 4-hitter in game 5 and a 3-hitter in game 7. He finished with a 0.38 ERA, a record 29 strikeouts, and World Series MVP honors.

Who pitched in the 1965 World Series?

Pitching was spearheaded by 21-game winner Mudcat Grant, Jim “Kitty” Kaat, and Camilo Pascual. This was only the second World Series where both teams were located west of the Mississippi River.

Who caught Sandy Koufax perfect game?

Not until Nolan Ryan in 1973 would a no-hit pitcher strike out at least one batter in all nine innings, doing so in the first of his seven career no-hitters; Koufax’s catcher, Jeff Torborg, would catch that no-hitter as well.

Who played in 1965 World Series?

Los Angeles Dodgers over Minnesota Twins (4-3)

What happened Sandy Koufax?

It was severe arthritis in the once-in-a-generation left arm of Sandy Koufax that led to the demise of his career. In fact, in April of 1966 Koufax was told that he couldn’t go another season, but he did just that – winning a career high 27 games with a career-best 1.73 ERA.

Did Sandy Koufax ever pitch on the Sabbath?

Sandy Koufax regularly pitched on the Jewish Sabbath (sundown Friday to sundown Saturday), and never pitched on the first day of Passover, when the Passover Seder is held. He also never pitched on Rosh Hashanah. In 1961, Yom Kippur began at sundown on September 19 and ended at sundown September 20.

Is Sandy Koufax a Hall of Famer?

After playing in only 12 seasons, Koufax became the youngest player inducted to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972. “You name a better left-hander in the history of baseball and I’ll eat my hat,” said Hall of Famer Harry Hooper.

What did Sandy Koufax do after retiring from baseball?

The hard-throwing left-hander was the most dominant pitcher in baseball until elbow arthritis forced an early retirement at age 30. Koufax became the youngest player inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972, and has since served as a pitching instructor for his former team.

When was Sandy Koufax’s perfect game?

Sept. 9, 1965

On Sept. 9, 1965, Sandy Koufax threw a perfect game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium. The Los Angeles Dodgers needed every bit of Koufax’s brilliance as Bob Hendley also turned in a gem that evening.

How fast did Sandy Koufax throw?

I find it hard to believe that Koufax in his prime (1962-66) only threw 93 mph. He consistently led the league in strikeouts (a then record 382 in 1965), He did have a devastating curve but I think he also threw at least as fast as anyone else in the 1960’s.

What happened to Sandy Koufax arm?

The strain of throwing 90-mph fastballs, however, soon caught up with Koufax. His arm muscles tore and his elbow cartilage broke down causing inflammation. Koufax sat out part of the 1964 season, though he still pitched to a 19-5 record. Koufax’s arm continued to pester him during the 1965 season.

Who is the best pitcher of all time?

1. Walter Johnson

Who threw the fastest pitch?

Aroldis Chapman is the author of the fastest pitcher thrown in a MLB game, his record was 105.1 mph during a game on September 24, 2010 (MLB changed his speed to 105.8 mph). Chapman is currently playing for the New York Yankees as a relief pitcher.

Who was the most dominant pitcher of all time?

Babe Ruth. The most dominating hitter of all time makes it on the list of the most dominating pitchers of all time, as well. While obviously the most important player in the history of the game, Ruth was actually a dominant pitcher in his own right. He pitched a total of 10 seasons and put together a 94-46 record.