The Arizona Diamondbacks trounce the Colorado Rockies, 7 – 1, as Randy Johnson strikes out 17 batters in becoming the first pitcher this year to win five games. It is the sixth time Johnson has fanned 17 or more in a game.

On April 21, 2002 — The Arizona Diamondbacks trounce the Colorado Rockies, 7 – 1, as Randy Johnson strikes out 17 batters in becoming the first pitcher this year to win five games. It is the sixth time Johnson has fanned 17 or more in a game.

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