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In Game 3 of the World Series, Al Downing is the surprise starter for the Dodgers, but Catfish Hunter pitches Oakland to a 3 – 2 win.

On October 15, 1974  – In Game 3 of the World Series, Al Downing is the surprise starter for the Dodgers, but Catfish Hunter pitches Oakland to a 3 – 2 win.

it was unknown at the time but it will be hunters last start with Oakland. He will become a free agent after Charlie Finley failed to pay his life insurance.

 


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