On April 6, 1975 – – The Houston Astros purchase Pitcher Joe Niekro from the Braves for $35,000. Niekro will develop into a great starting pitcher for the Astros winning 144 games and posting a 3.22 ERA during his 11 years with the franchise. He will finish 2nd and 4th in the Cy Young voting in 1979
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Source: Historical record