April 10, 1913
Behind the superb pitching of Walter Johnson the Washington Senators beat the newly named New York Yankees 2-1. With the Yankees only run being an unearned run, Johnson begins a streak of shutout innings that will reach a record 56 innings.
Johnson will go on to have his greatest season of his career in 1913 as he wins 36 games and only loses 7 games and ends the season with an era of 1.14. The Senators’ ace will end the season leading the major league in the following categories. Earned Run Average – 1.14 Wins – 36 Win-Loss % – .837 Innings Pitched – 346 Strikeouts – 243 Complete Games – 29 Shutouts – 11
