Krist's 10-0 record in 1941, his first full season, is the third-best undefeated season ever. Usually a reliever, he threw three shutouts in 1943, but arm trouble and a two-year army hitch ended his effectiveness. (FJO)
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FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»September 25, 1966: In a matchup of Jewish pitchers, the Cubs Ken Holtzman outduels Sandy Koufax, to win 2–1. The Dodgers go hitless over the first eight innings. Holtzman, who spent much of the season in military service, will finish the year at 9–0, the first pitcher since Howie Krist (10–0) in 1940 to win that many without a loss.
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