Most strikeouts in a nine-inning game (MLB)
The current most strikeouts in a nine-inning game (mlb) record is 20 strikeouts, held by Shared by Roger Clemens (twice), Kerry Wood, Randy Johnson and Max Scherzer, set on May 11, 2016. Last checked October 8, 2026.
20
strikeouts
Shared by Roger Clemens (twice), Kerry Wood, Randy Johnson and Max Scherzer
- Holder
- Shared by Roger Clemens (twice), Kerry Wood, Randy Johnson and Max Scherzer
- Record
- 20 strikeouts
- Date set
- May 11, 2016
- Recognized by
- Major League Baseball
- Last checked
- October 8, 2026
Sources
- The Analyst (Opta) Most strikeouts in a game and season in mlb history
- SABR May nationals max scherzer ties mlb record with strikeouts
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