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This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax & Fernando Valenzuela Set Records, Hideo Nomo’s No-Hitter, Joe Torre Announces Retirement

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a long line of notable pitchers and on this day in franchise history, those stars shined a little brighter throughout the years.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Rangers’ Jacob deGrom joins Sandy Koufax in exclusive ERA history

As the AL West race heats up, the Texas Rangers will welcome back Jacob deGrom to the mound. It will be one of the most anticipated moments of the season.

Texas Rangers News / Sporting News / September 12

Jacob deGrom's Citi Field dominance in Rangers return ranks just behind Sandy Koufax in history

Jacob DeGrom returns to Citi Field for the first time ever since leaving the organization. It comes with a major piece of history.

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The 'Switch-hitter single-season HR leaders' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 9

Today in Cubs history: Sandy Koufax’s perfect game

The 1965 Cubs were not a very good team despite the presence of three future Hall of Famers — Ernie Banks, Ron Santo and Billy Williams. It was the 19th of a 20-season span in which they would finish over .500 just once (1963).

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2025 MLB season

The 2025 MLB regular season is winding down, filled with record-breaking performances -- both good and bad. Here are 25 things we learned along the way.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / September 9

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Perfect Game Against Cubs

On Sept. 9, 1965, Sandy Koufax threw a perfect game against the Chicago Cubs at Dodger Stadium. The Los Angeles Dodgers needed every bit of Koufax’s brilliance as Bob Hendley also turned in a gem that evening.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 21

All-MLB Hall of Fame team: Which legends make the cut?

Baseball's next Hall of Fame class will be enshrined for posterity on Sunday in Cooperstown, New York.

One player from each AL club who deserved more HOF consideration

One player from each NL club who deserved more HOF consideration

Ten most egregious MLB Hall of Fame snubs by position

The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

Detroit Tigers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 6

Tarik Skubal joins Sandy Koufax, Randy Johnson, Clayton Kershaw in MLB history

Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal is having an incredible season. That season continued on Sunday, as the hurler put himself in great company once again.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 30

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Throws First No-Hitter; Pedro Guerrero Ties MLB Record For Home Runs In Single Month

On June 30, 1962, Los Angeles Dodgers legendary left-hander Sandy Koufax threw the first no-hitter of his career. Koufax issued five walks and finished with 13 strikeouts against the New York Mets in the 5-0 victory at Dodger Stadium.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 24

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Makes MLB Debut

The start of what turned into a legendary career began on June 24, 1955, when Sandy Koufax made his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He’d signed with the organization for $14,000 the December prior.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 22

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Part Of 2 Record-Setting Games; Tom Lovett Throws First No-Hitter In Franchise History

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw Sandy Koufax set a strikeout record and star in a road game at the Astrodome, plus the organization’s first no-hitter.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 18

This Day In Dodgers History: Clayton Kershaw’s No-Hitter, Babe Ruth Signed & Sandy Koufax Statue

Clayton Kershaw took a routine Wednesday night start against the Colorado Rockies at Dodger Stadium and made history by throwing his first career no-hitter on June 18, 2014.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 8

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Added To Roster & Tommy Lasorda Optioned; Don Drysdale Breaks Scoreless Innings Record

On June 8, 1955, the Brooklyn Dodgers optioned rookie left-handed pitcher Tommy Lasorda to Montreal to make room for another southpaw, one Sandy Koufax, to be called up for the first time.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 4

This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella, Sandy Koufax And Jackie Robinson Jersey Numbers Retired

On June 4, 1972, the Los Angeles Dodgers retired the numbers of Roy Campanella (39), Sandy Koufax (32) and Jackie Robinson (42) in a pregame ceremony at Dodger Stadium.

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The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 4

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Throws No-Hitter; Walter O’Malley Committed To LA & Hideo Nomo Trade

On June 4, 1964, Los Angeles Dodgers Hall-of-Fame left-hander Sandy Koufax tossed his third of four career no-hitters. This one, against the Philadelphia Phillies at Connie Mack Stadium.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / May 11

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Throws No-Hitter Against Giants

On May 11, 1963, Sandy Koufax tossed his second of four no-hitters in his Los Angeles Dodgers career. His performance helped lead the Dodgers to an 8-0 win over the division-rival San Francisco Giants.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 25

Clayton Kershaw’s pitching Mount Rushmore includes Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax

Los Angeles Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw is currently recovering from offseason surgery. He is still with the team, though, and recently took some time for an interview with Chris Henderson.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 24

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Ties MLB Record With 18 Strikeouts

On April 24, 1962, Hall-of-Famer and Los Angeles Dodgers legend Sandy Koufax set a Major League record with 18 strikeouts in a complete game. The Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs, 10-2, at Wrigley Field.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 28

This Day In Dodgers History: Don Drysdale & Sandy Koufax Begin Spring Training Holdout

On Feb. 28, 1966, Los Angeles Dodgers icons Don Drysdale and Sandy Koufax did not report for the start of Spring Training and with that began a double holdout that lasted 32 days.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / February 12

Who will hit the Dodgers’ 78th home run in 2025?

An homage to the 1965 champions This year is the 60th anniversary of the Dodgers’ fourth championship, as the team that year beat the Twins in the World Series in seven games.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 20, 2024