Randy Johnson has pitched in many games since 1989.  He finally saw eye-to-eye with the competition Monday night, well almost anyway.  Johnson (6’10”) faced off against the Washington Nationals Daniel Cabrera (6’9″).  It is the tallest combined total height for two starting pitchers in baseball history. 

The previous record was owned by Cabrera and Mark Hendrickson of the L.A. Dodgers who also stood at 6’9″. 

Johnson and the Giants won the contest, 11-7, and The Big Unit was the winning pitcher despite serving up three homers.  Cabrera remained winless for the season dropping to 0-4.  This record may stand for awhile unless The Pirates sign The Great Kahli or Manute Bol to pitch out of the bullpen soon.

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