Phenomenal Pitching Seasons

Steve Carlton 1972 Philadelphia Phillies

June 3, 1972. vs. Cincinnati Reds at Veterans Stadium

Philadelphia 4 Cincinnati 3

WP- Steve Carlton (8-2) LP- Wayne Simpson

HR- Tom Hutton; George Foster, Julian Javier

Real Life: 7IP, 4R, 6H, 8K, 1BB, 2HR. ND (5-6)

Replay: 6IP, 2ER, 1UER, 6H, 8K, 0BB, HBP, WP, 2HR. W (8-2)

Despite a less than stellar effort, Steve Carlton was able to earn his eighth win, with a 4 to 3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Lefty gave up two runs (one unearned) and eight hits in just six innings. He also had a wild pitch and hit a batter. Bucky Brandon and Mac Scarce pitched scoreless relief over the last three innings.


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