Jacob deGrom can still be 2nd-fastest to 2,000 career Ks after triceps shortened last start
Arlington, Texas (AP) — Jacob deGrom, the two-time Cy Young Award winner, is scheduled to start for the Texas Rangers against the Washington Nationals on Thursday night. This game provides the pitcher a second opportunity to become the second-fastest pitcher to reach 2,000 career strikeouts. The record is currently held by Hall of Fame pitcher Randy Johnson, who achieved the milestone in his 262nd game.
DeGrom stands at 1,998 strikeouts in 1,660 1/3 innings from 271 starts since his debut in 2014. He has 147 strikeouts in 120 2/3 innings this season. Despite dealing with triceps fatigue in his previous game, the pitcher stated that he feels good and will not be subject to any specific limitations.
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