April 30 in Los Angeles Angels History: Nolan Ryan punches out 19 Red Sox (1974)

On April 30, 1974, Nolan Ryan of the California Angels strikes out 19 batters in a 4-2 win over the Boston Red Sox . Ryan ties a record established by Hall of Famer Tom Seaver for the most strikeouts in a single game. During the game, after trying to lay down a bunt, Doug Griffin is knocked unconsci

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