The Boston Braves’ Charley "Red" Barrett's masterpiece on August 10, 1944, lasted only 58 pitches, producing a two-hit shutout that still stands as baseball's most efficient recorded complete game. The contest itself took just 75 minutes, thanks to two notoriously fast-working pitchers whose duel raced by almost before fans knew it had begun.

🕵️ Inside The Original Newspaper Coverage you’ll learn:

  • The former Reds who spoiled Cincinnati's night.

  • Why this game flew by at record speed.

  • Elsewhere on the page: A remarkable play stole headlines in Boston.

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  • a new leader in the National League

  • Willie Mays closing in on big milestone

  • Angels moving up

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