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Mussina finally achieves 20-win season (AP)

 
Mike Mussina became the oldest pitcher to win 20 games in a season for the first time, reaching the milestone on the final game of the season Sunday as the New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 6-2 in a day-night doubleheader opener. The 39-year-old Mussina (20-9), finishing his 18th major league season, allowed three hits in six shutout innings. (link)

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