Curt Flood 1968

Philadelphia Phillies trade Curt Flood to the Washington Senators for first baseman Greg Goosen, outfielder Gene Martin, and pitcher Jeff Terpko

On November 3, 1970 — The Philadelphia Phillies trade outfielder Curt Flood to the Washington Senators for first baseman Greg Goossen, OF Gene Martin, and pitcher Jeff Terpko. In 1969, the Phillies had acquired Flood from the St. Louis Cardinals but had been unable to convince him to report to the team. The embattled outfielder…

Joe Hoerner ties NL strikeout record for relief pitcher
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Joe Hoerner ties NL strikeout record for relief pitcher

On June 1, 1968, Joe Hoerner of the St. Louis Cardinals ties the National League record for most consecutive strikeouts by a relief pitcher. The side-arming left-hander fans the final six batters he faces and earns the win in a extra innings 6-5 victory over the New York Mets at Shea. Hoerner who pitched 4…