 He struck out seven consecutive batters in an April 24 game against the Detroit Tigers in the latter year, but still lost, 4–0.Richert was also an All-Star during both seasons and was the losing pitcher in the 1966 game, giving up a single to ex-Dodger teammate Maury Wills, which scored Tim McCarver for the winning run in the 10th inning.After going 2–6 to start the season, Richert was traded to the Baltimore Orioles in a deal that sent Mike Epstein to Washington.