A milestone night in the Bronx unfolded faster—and louder—than anyone expected.
On June 13, 2003, Roger Clemens delivered one of the most remarkable starts in baseball history, reaching 4,000 career strikeouts and earning his 300th win in the same game. Pitching for the Yankees against St. Louis, Clemens became just the third pitcher ever to hit 4,000 Ks, joining Nolan Ryan and Steve Carlton. By night’s end, he also entered the 300-win club, becoming only the 21st pitcher to do so. It was a performance that blended dominance, history, and a few unexpected twists in the Bronx.
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How Clemens raced to 4,000 with a first-inning flourish
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Tino Martinez’s emotional Bronx return in Cardinals red
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