Greg Maddux wins his 9th straight, 8 – 2, over the Expos. Maddux strikes out seven in eight innings, and has now pitched 51 innings without a walk. John Smoltz, in his first-ever relief appearance, pitches the 9th.

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On July 22, 2001 — Greg Maddux wins his 9th straight, 8 – 2, over the Expos. Maddux strikes out seven in eight innings, and has now pitched 51 innings without a walk. John Smoltz, in his first-ever relief appearance, pitches the 9th.

 

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