Greg Maddux, Randy Johnson reaching Cy high.(Originated from Knight-Ridder Newspapers)

From: Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service | Date: October 12, 1995| Author: | Copyright information

All they have in common is excellence.

Atlanta's Greg Maddux went 19-2 this season, Seattle's Randy Johnson 18-2. They are the first two pitchers in major league history to have a .900 winning percentage with at least 20 decisions.

Their methods are as contrasting as their records are similar. Each represents the ultimate modern example of the two styles of pitching: Johnson, the hard thrower; Maddux, the finesse-and-control artist.

Yet each reached new heights this season by crossing further than ever into the other's realm. Johnson had the best control of his career. Maddux ...

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