On October 2, 1968, Bob Gibson delivered one of the most dominant pitching performances in World Series history by striking out a record 17 batters for the St. Louis Cardinals against the Detroit Tigers in Game 1 of the World Series. Gibson allowed only five hits and one walk while shutting out the Tigers 4-0 on a hot, muggy afternoon at Busch Stadium. Gibson’s 17 strikeouts set a new World Series single-game record, a mark that still stands decades later. He struck out at least one batter in ev

Unforgettable Highlights from Bob Gibson in 1968

Bob Gibson threw more complete games in the Fall Classic than all 21st Century World Series pitchers COMBINED 🤯 Bob Costas reflects on the legendary career of the St. Louis Cardinals icon. | MLB Network