“Sudden Sam” McDowell wins his 20th game as the Indians beat the Tigers, 6 – 2. Joe Niekro (12-13) is the loser.

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On September 17, 1970 — “Sudden Sam” McDowell wins his 20th game as the Indians beat the Tigers, 6 – 2. Joe Niekro (12-13) is the loser.

 

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Sources:
Baseball Reference September 17
National Pastime September 17
Retro Sheet
Hall of Fame
SABR Games Project
Replay The Game