Not known as a strikeout pitcher, Hefner struck out the last six Atlanta batters he faced in a five-inning outing marred earlier by two home runs in the New York Mets' 5-2 win over the Braves on Friday.

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His career 2.21 ERA is unmatched in modern times, and his strikeout, walk, and home-run rates are as good or better than any pitcher, ever.

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