On July 28, 2007, Roger entered the game between his New York Yankees and the Baltimore Orioles with 351 career wins. His opponent, Brian Burres, had only 4. The 347-win differential was the largest in a MLB game since August 27, 1965. On that day, Warren Spahn entered his game with 362 career wins and went up against Darrell Sutherland of the Mets who had only 1.
On July 2, 2007, Roger became the eighth pitcher in MLB history to win his 350th game. It was the first time someone won 350 since Warren Spahn back on September 29, 1963. Spahn's catcher in his 350th win was Joe Torre, Roger's Manager on the Yankees.
Roger: I just feel really blessed. I don't know any other way to put it. To be linked with some of these guys that they're linking me with is just a neat event, and I appreciate it. (On winning game number 350)
Roger: It felt like old times. I've got to take a little deep breath now. I understand the excitement that's there and the expectations that are there. There's a lot of both. (On first start of 2007)
Roger: I don't know that I have anything left to prove. I still have people that I don't want to let down: Cash and Mr. Steinbrenner. I thank them again for this opportunity.