"On April 24, 1962, Sandy Koufax set a Major League record with 18 strikeouts in a complete game against the Chicago Cubs, leading the Dodgers to a 10-2 victory."
"Koufax's 18 strikeouts matched an MLB record set by Bob Feller in October 1938, marking the second time in Koufax's career he recorded that many strikeouts."
"Koufax finished the 1962 season with a 14-7 record, 2.54 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and 216 strikeouts in 184.1 innings pitched, solidifying his status as a dominant pitcher."
"At 36 years old, Koufax became the youngest player enshrined in the Hall of Fame when he was inducted in 1972, capping a remarkable 12-year career with the Dodgers."
On April 24, 1962, Sandy Koufax achieved a Major League record by striking out 18 batters in a complete game against the Chicago Cubs, resulting in a 10-2 victory. This performance matched the previous record set by Bob Feller in 1938. Koufax's career included another 18-strikeout game in 1959. He finished the 1962 season with a 14-7 record and 216 strikeouts. Koufax, who spent his entire career with the Dodgers, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1972 at age 36.
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