Big Unit K’s 15, Hoots Top Docs

Houston’s Randy Johnson was 1-2 in his first 6 starts of the season. Since then, he’s been a force, winning his last 4 starts and setting strikeout records along the way. For the 3rd straight time, the Big Unit struck out 13 or more batters. Today he set the single-game record, setting down 15 Chicago Docs. He allowed a 2-run home run to Buster Posey in the 2nd inning and then struck out the next 9 batters he faced. Johnson allowed just 5 hits in 9 innings. Meanwhile, Gary Carter and Mike Schmidt each had 2-run homers against Chicago’s Orel Hershiser. Houston improved to 23-26 with the 7-2 victory, ensuring the Chicago Docs a last-place finish in the National League.

Chicago @ Houston – 5/25/22