Fenway Flashback: 1975 - Rico Returns as Wise Outduels Palmer in Baltimore

September 3, 1975

September 3, 1975: Wise Outduels Palmer in Baltimore

With a little momentum following their series finale win over the Yankees, and with Oakland idle on Wednesday, the Red Sox turned their full attention to Baltimore. Entering the two-game set with a six-game lead and only 25 left to play, Boston knew a sweep would go a long way toward wrapping up its fi…