Kansas City’s right-hander Mark Gubicza strikes out 14 Twins in the team’s 4-1 victory at Royals Stadium, establishing a franchise record that will stand for almost 21 years. The mark will be eclipsed in 2009 by Zack Greinke, who will fan 15 batters in a contest against the Indians.

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On August 27, 1988 — Kansas City’s right-hander Mark Gubicza strikes out 14 Twins in the team’s 4-1 victory at Royals Stadium, establishing a franchise record that will stand for almost 21 years. The mark will be eclipsed in 2009 by Zack Greinke, who will fan 15 batters in a contest against the Indians.

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