Talking about Fernando Valenzuela is synonymous with greatness, especially when we reflect on the 1981 World Series, where his legend truly began as the Los Angeles Dodgers faced off against the New York Yankees.
In that remarkable season, 43 years ago, Valenzuela took the mound for the season opener on April 9, 1981. He delivered a complete game shutout against the Houston Astros, marking the start of an incredible journey that would lead him to win the Cy Young Award that year.
Valenzuela began the season with an impressive 8-0 record, featuring five shutouts and an astonishing 0.50 ERA. His dominance on the mound was punctuated by a unique gesture: at the peak of every pitch, he would glance skyward. This quirky habit, which developed spontaneously, became his signature and captivated fans long before he joined the Dodgers.
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