In 1966, Jim Palmer won 15 games and became the youngest pitcher to throw a World Series shutout.
He struggled with injuries in 1967-68 but came back to the starting rotation in 1969: 16-4 with a 2.34 ERA.
On this date in 1969, Jim threw a no-hitter against the A's.
From 1969 to the early 1980's, Jim Palmer was one of the very best pitchers in baseball.
Jim was inducted to The Hall of Fame in 1990.
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