In honor of Justin Verlander's sweep of the American League MVP and Cy Young Awards, here is a baseball question for your consideration. I apologize in advance for posting a problem that requires knowledge of the rules of baseball, but I can assure you that the knowledge required is minimal. Even a casual fan knows enough to get the right answer without opening the rule book to section 3, part 1, subparagraph b.
What is the minimum number of pitches a MLB pitcher must throw in order to pitch a complete game? For the purposes of this question, assume that "complete game" means a game that goes the normal length, and is not called by rain, or any other reason.
What is the minimum number of pitches a MLB pitcher must throw in order to pitch a complete game? For the purposes of this question, assume that "complete game" means a game that goes the normal length, and is not called by rain, or any other reason.