April 18 in Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax first to strike out 3 of 9 pitchers twice (1964)

On April 18, 1964, Sandy Koufax of the Los Angeles Dodgers strikes out the side on nine pitches, becoming the first pitcher in major league history to achieve the feat twice. Although Leo Cardenas, Johnny Edwards, and Jim Maloney all strike out quickly in the top of the third inning, Cincinnati will

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