★ In 1981, Fernando Valenzuela, a 20-year-old rookie from Mexico, won both the NL Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award — a first in MLB history.
★ In 1981, Fernando Valenzuela, a 20-year-old rookie from Mexico, won both the NL Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award — a first in MLB history.
★ Magic Johnson had 42 points, 15 rebounds, and 7 assists while starting at center as a rookie in Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals, leading the Lakers to the championship in Kareem’s absence.
