Bulls News: FLASHBACK: Kerry Wood's Unforgettable 20-Strikeout Gem vs. Astros

Bulls News: FLASHBACK: Kerry Wood's Unforgettable 20-Strikeout Gem vs. Astros


Tony Crumpton Tony Crumpton - Senior Editor -

On this date, May 6, 1998, a Cubs legend was born at Wrigley Field.

In only his fifth career start, 20-year-old rookie Kerry Wood delivered one of the most jaw-dropping pitching performances in MLB history — a one-hit, no-walk, 20-strikeout shutout.

Watch the video below to relive one of the greatest games ever thrown against a loaded Astros lineup that featured future Hall of Famers like Craig Biggio and Jeff Bagwell.

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