Atlanta’s Phil Niekro posts his 250th career win, 8 – 6 over the Padres. The 43-year-old knuckleballer will finish the season 17-4, leading the major leagues in winning percentage.

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On July 28, 1982 — Atlanta’s Phil Niekro posts his 250th career win, 8 – 6 over the Padres. The 43-year-old knuckleballer will finish the season 17-4, leading the major leagues in winning percentage.

 

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