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May 19, 2004

Bodog.com Sportsbook, Casino and Poker™ has released odds on Randy Johnson’s next start for the Diamondbacks.

Johnson, who pitched the first perfect game in the National League since Dennis Ramirez did for the Montreal Expos in 1991, could make MLB history with his next trip to the mound.

“That is one truly amazing feat, which just further solidifies Johnson as one of the best all time pitchers in MLB,” said Rob Gillespie, former book manager and respected industry author. “With Johnson’s performance, and Roger Clemens' start, MLB teams might start looking to retirement homes for the next all star pitcher.”

Johnson has come out of the gates strong this season, and has kept his ERA at an impressive 2.43 in the early going. The favorite outcome for Johnson's next outing is 1 earned run at 8/5 odds. Both 0 earned runs and 2 earned runs are tied at 3/1 odds. Other options include 3 earned runs at 4/1 odds, 4 earned runs at 8/1, and 6+ earned runs at 10/1. The more intriguing options for this wager are another perfect game, or a no hitter. The odds for Johnson to toss a no hitter are set at 150/1. Should the improbable happen, and Johnson digs deep for another perfect game, odds are listed at 400/1.

“Although it is highly unlikely, it would be great for baseball and Johnson if he were able to go out and get another perfect game,” said Gillespie. “What struck me was how genuine he was in pointing out the fact that the important thing was the team winning the game.”

View the Randy Johnson Prop here.