Jim LonborgĀ tears the ligaments in his left knee

Jim LonborgĀ tears the ligaments in his left knee

1967 – While skiing at Lake Tahoe,Ā Boston Red SoxĀ pitcherĀ Jim LonborgĀ tears the ligaments in his left knee. Lonborg, who posted a 22-9 record with 246 strikeouts and a 3.49 ERA and received theĀ Cy Young Award, will pitch 12 more seasons in the major leagues, but will not again reach double digits in wins untilĀ 1971.