Corbin had eight wins and 83 strikeouts in each of his first three ML seasons. He
recorded 14 of his 17 saves in 1973, but after elbow surgery in 1975 never again
pitched in the majors.
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FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»July 4, 1973:
Before 45,000 Twins fans, Eddie Bane, the top collegiate pitcher this year and Minnesota's top pick, makes his ML debut against the Royals. Bane pitches well for seven innings, but the Royals emerge with a 5–4 win, beating reliever Ray Corbin. Bane will finish the season at 0–5.