He also shattered Earl Anthony's single-season earnings record, taking home $134,500 in prize money.
Williams also added, "When Earl Anthony retired, he didn't have anyone to push him.
This gave Williams a title in 15 straight seasons, tying Earl Anthony's 1970-84 streak.
Williams has won three straight player-of-the-year awards to bring his total to five, one behind Earl Anthony's record.
The mid-70's to early-80's were dominated by Earl Anthony and Mark Roth.
Earl Anthony staked his mastery in this event; twice capturing it three straight years (1973-75; 1981-83).
But both were now in Earl Anthony's rearview mirror, as the legendary lefthander earned his 27th and 28th titles during the season.
By the end of the season, Earl Anthony had reached 26 titles to pass both.
Durbin would occasionally call the action himself with another analyst, such as Earl Anthony, if Schreiner was out on assignment.
Pete's ten majors place him first all-time along with the legendary Earl Anthony, who also has ten.