1976 Hostess #25 - Larry Dierker

• Larry Dierker was only 29 years old, but he was just about at the end of his career when this card was printed
• Larry had a 13-14 record with a 3.69 ERA in his last full season in 1976
• On July 9, 1976 Dierker pitched a no-hitter against the Montreal Expos
• After 14 seasons with the Houston Astros, Dierker was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals after the 1976 season
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