"The performance was particularly impressive because Koufax was starting on two days of rest and making his third start in just eight days. While the legend has it that Koufax complained of his arm being sore in the first inning, it did not seem to affect him as he tossed a complete game, three-hit shutout to lead his team to a 2-0 victory and their second World Series Championship in three years."
"In addition to his outstanding Game 7 performance, Koufax will also be known for not pitching Game 1 of the series because it fell on Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. The move was respected by many, but also criticized by some, although considering the Dodgers went on to win the series and Koufax played a big part in it, all the critics wound up being silenced."
"During the 2022 season, the Dodgers immortalized their dominant left-hander by unveiling a Sandy Koufax statue in the center field plaza at Dodger Stadium. It's positioned next to the Jackie Robinson statue, and the ceremony was attended by Joe Torre and Clayton Kershaw, among others. Koufax has continued to attend games at Dodger Stadium and recorded a message to congratulate Clayton Kershaw on his illustrious career."
Sandy Koufax pitched a complete game, three-hit shutout on Oct. 14, 1965, to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 2-0 Game 7 victory over the Minnesota Twins and secure the championship. Koufax started on two days' rest despite complaining of arm soreness in the first inning. Koufax did not pitch Game 1 because it fell on Yom Kippur, drawing respect and criticism that ended after the Dodgers won. Koufax's 12-year career included three Cy Young Awards, the 1963 NL MVP, seven All-Star selections, a perfect game, and four no-hitters. A statue honoring Koufax was unveiled at Dodger Stadium.
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