June 17 in Yankees History: Ron Guidry sets strikeout mark for left hander with 18 (1978)

On June 17, 1978, Ron Guidry of the New York Yankees sets an American League record for most strikeouts by a left-handed pitcher in a single game. Guidry strikes out 18 California Angels in picking up a 4-0 win-his 11th consecutive victory without a loss. The performance will help coin a new nicknam

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