Rangers pitcher Bobby Witt ties the major-league record by striking out four consecutive Orioles in the 2nd inning of a 5 – 2 win. Witt finishes the game with 11 strikeouts.

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On August 2, 1987 — Rangers pitcher Bobby Witt ties the major-league record by striking out four consecutive Orioles in the 2nd inning of a 5 – 2 win. Witt finishes the game with 11 strikeouts.

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