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Re: Game Info - Los Angeles Dodgers at Pittsburgh Pirates - June 18, 1968 -

I was in attendance at this game as a 10 year old. I will never forget it. This is the game where Drysdale hit Freddie Patek with a pitch late in the game. It was an inside fastball that Freddie couldn't react to quick enough and it hit him on his left wrist. I swear to God I thought it killed him. Freddie went down like somebody shot him. The most sickening part of it was the SOUND. It wasn't a muffled sound at all, but it sounded like the crack of the bat you hear when a hitter makes good contact off a hard fastball. As per usual back in the day, Drysdale showed no concern or remorse for what happened, and just took the ball back and walked back to the mound while Freddie was being looked at by the trainer. Amazingly, Freddie got up and took first base wirh what turned out to be a broken wrist. Drysdale was one of the group of hard-nose pitdhers that used intimidation agqinst hitters (eg. Gibson, Seaver).

     — Gary Koehler, 04/03/2025 at 1:33 AM

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Re: Colorado Rockies (2024) at Arizona Diamondbacks (2024) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

Visit the D backs stadium as they play the Colorado Rockies on July 13, 2025 at 10:40 AM

     — Anthony Hagan, 02/23/2025 at 8:42 AM

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Re: Game Info - Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees - August 10, 1968 -

i was at this game! it was my first visit to the city and my friend nick and i took a bus from syr ny to gr central station where we met our friend jim. it was a 7 hr bus ride.. we all returned to syr by plane , a 45 min ride. what a game it was on saturday of the old timers game. the mick hit two home runs that day and i remember joe pepitone lying on the field next to the batters box taking pictures during the introductions........what a game! what a time it was...i was almost 17 yrs old

     — elliott garr, 12/26/2024 at 7:24 AM

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Re: Game Info - Minnesota Twins at Kansas City Royals - August 31, 2005 -

The Minnesota Twins set a team record by getting 13 hits in a shutout.

     — Dave Klement, 12/09/2024 at 9:56 PM

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Re: Game Info - Minnesota Twins at Milwaukee Brewers - April 21, 2016 -

The Twins were simply dominant after that first inning.

     — Paul Burney, 12/05/2024 at 10:26 PM

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Re: New York Yankees (1941) at Toronto Blue Jays (1987) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

The '87 Blue Jays take down another great team. I am not surprised by this at all. If Toronto did not lose Tony Fernandez, who should be in the Hall of Fame, and Ernie Whitt down the stretch in their divisional race they would have won that and won the World Series no doubt.

     — Sean DeMarco, 12/01/2024 at 8:50 AM

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Re: New York Yankees (1927) at Toronto Blue Jays (1987) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

1987 Toronto Blue Jays ...

One of the better teams of all-time that did not even win their division.



     — Sean DeMarco, 12/01/2024 at 8:38 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers (2024) at Boston Red Sox (2024) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

good sim

     — Greyson Thomas, 10/22/2024 at 10:01 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies (1950) at Philadelphia Phillies (1980) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

The site shows the first 25 simulations out of the 5000 run. If you click on the Result, you will see the box score for that particular simulation.

     — Ken Revis, 10/25/2023 at 5:03 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies (1950) at Philadelphia Phillies (1980) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

For all of your simulations, why is there not a complete box score?!
It would be nice to view the starting pitchers, but also the relief pitchers. How many ABs did each line-up player have?

I am actually looking for a STRAIGHT MLB simulation game that uses different World Series teams over the last 100+ years with the players complete yearly stats.

Your game is the closest, however, it does not have complete box scores in its many simulations, and maybe a stat compiler.

Thanks


     — R Beige, 10/22/2023 at 12:16 PM

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Re: Daily active rosters

I am a devoted tabletop baseball enthusiast and play historical replays for individual teams or leagues. MY QUESTION: Is there a reference to determine for any game played what the ACTIVE ROSTER was for that game? Thank you, Dr V

     — Nicholas Varveris, 06/17/2023 at 8:03 AM

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Brooklyn Robins at Cleveland Indians 1920 World Series

Greatest WS game ever. First Grand Slam in WS, first HR by a pitcher and first (and ONLY) unassisted triple play in WS!

     — Dale A Kordes, 02/17/2023 at 4:44 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves (2021) at Houston Astros (2021) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

The most improbable World Series victory in Atlanta Braves history.

     — Joshua Gibson, 12/27/2022 at 6:21 AM

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Re: New York Yankees (1996) at Atlanta Braves (1996) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

The biggest upset in Atlanta Braves history.

     — Joshua Gibson, 12/27/2022 at 6:15 AM

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Re: New York Yankees (1998) at Boston Red Sox (2018) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

The two best teams since the Steroid Era.

     — Joshua Gibson, 12/27/2022 at 6:11 AM

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Re: New York Yankees (1927) at Philadelphia Athletics (1931) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

The two best teams pre Great Depression.

     — Joshua Gibson, 12/27/2022 at 6:07 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs (2022) at Detroit Tigers (2022) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

You can see all the hits a player makes throughout his career in the Players section. Is that to what you're referring?

     — Kenneth Revis, 10/25/2022 at 12:26 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs (2022) at Detroit Tigers (2022) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

maybe you could add a tool that adds up all the hits a player makes


     — Joe mama, 10/24/2022 at 10:06 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers (2022) at San Francisco Giants (2022) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

Dodgers Rule!!!!

     — Paul Burney, 05/05/2022 at 9:30 PM

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Re: Game Info - Chicago White Sox at Baltimore Orioles - June 15, 1974 -

Don Baylor was thrown out twice in the 9th inning on steal attempts.

     — Dave Klement, 04/18/2022 at 10:18 PM

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Re: Game Info - Oakland Athletics at New York Yankees - September 1, 1987 -

Good morning, I was wondering if there is a way to find the video of this game. I caught 2 foul balls there and would love to rewatch. Not sure how to go about finding the game on video. Thank you for any help

     — Paul Martone, 03/24/2022 at 10:59 AM

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Re: Game Info - San Diego Padres at St. Louis Cardinals - April 3, 1998 -

My dad was one of the replacement umpires in this games and became one of his most cherished memory in his life. He unexpectedly passed away on August 14, 2014 of a blood clot following surgery...but other than the love for his family and serving God as a Catholic Deacon, sports was his love. He coached football for Pop Warner leagues and high schools (and in the military) for 50 years, baseball for about 25 to 30 years and umpired for about 10 years. Other than receiving money from this game (and other umpiring appointments), he never received a penny for any of his other coaching. He simply loved the idea of coaching kids to allow them to be better men! This is one of the main reasons I am a teacher (special ed) and American Sign Language teacher; so I can instill the same life lessons inside all of my students. Have a blessed day!

     — Lori Fugere, 02/16/2022 at 8:41 AM

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Re: Game Info - Boston Red Sox at Tampa Bay Rays - September 11, 2020 -

The entire starting lineup for the Tampa Bay Rays batted left-handed. This is the only time in major league history that has happened. Watch the game to see if it was successful.

     — Dave Klement, 01/24/2022 at 2:56 PM

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Re: Game Info - Montreal Expos at Los Angeles Dodgers - May 3, 1970 -

Quote from Wikipedia on Saves: As initially defined in 1969, a relief pitcher could earn a save if he entered a game with his team in the lead and he held the lead through the end of the game, regardless of the score or for how long he pitched. The definition changed in 1974.

     — Ken Revis, 11/03/2021 at 10:06 AM

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Re: Game Info - Montreal Expos at Los Angeles Dodgers - May 3, 1970 -

Amazing that Jose Pena got the save when the Dodgers have a 15-1 lead in the 9th. One would believe that is not a save situation.

     — Edward R Meek, 10/31/2021 at 11:31 PM

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Re: Game Info - Cincinnati Reds at Florida Marlins - August 12, 1995 -

Unfortunately, we do not have information on foul balls. Did you check whether the Miami Herald or another Miami newspaper reported the "Silver Mitt Award"?

     — Kenneth Revis, 10/23/2021 at 6:09 PM

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caught a foul ball

I went to the game. While driving to the game I told my son, "we are catching a ball today", During the game a Marlins player was batting right handed, we were on first base side. A line drive foul ball was hit and I caught it with my glove and I received a "Silver Mitt Award" for catching the ball. My son was 7 years old and he remembers the incident very well and he was so proud because I caught the ball and got the "award". Is there a way to find out which Marlin player hit the foul ball, who was pitching, etc.? I know it's difficult but it would be nice to complete the picture. Thanx.

     — Robert Pineyro, 10/22/2021 at 1:05 PM

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Re: Game Info - San Francisco Giants at Los Angeles Dodgers - September 22, 1972 -

The oldest dodger game I can personally remember going to (almost 50 years ago now). I had to look through multiple years to determine when the game was played, i.e., the only characteristics I had remembered about the game were (1) extra innings, inherently at home for the Dodgers (2) Dodgers beat the Giants 1-0 (how appropriate!), and (3) the Dodgers won with a walk off hit-by-pitch with the bases loaded and two outs. The other odd thing about that game that I remember was that my dad was usually the type to want to leave early, e.g., in the 8th inning, to 'avoid the traffic' (not that LA was the same in the early 70s), but I remember begging my dad to stay till the end of this game and obviously he acceded because I remember watching the HBP. There's no question this was the game and I have remembered these facets about the game all my life.... Another favorite trivia fact is that in a town where every kid (at least in ensuing seasons) "wanted to be Steve Garvey," my favorite pl

     — Marc, 10/22/2021 at 9:32 AM

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Re: Game Info - Kansas City Royals at Oakland Athletics - August 30, 1990 -

I've been to a bunch of playoff games but this was the most exciting game full of big plays that I've ever seen - most of them by Bo Jackson and Rickey Henderson. With Steinbach on 3rd, Bo threw him out at the plate ON A SINGLE to left in the 7th - a liner that Bo charged and Steinbach had to wait to see if it was caught - still I think the best baseball play I've ever seen. Then Bo came up in the 8th and took Eck out VERY deep to left - caroming off the Budweiser sign hanging from the 2nd deck, which I'd never seen anyone hit before. Surrounding the Bo highlight reel were a number of big hits by Rickey and Willie Randolph who had 4 hits and scored the winner in the 9th. This was an untelevised afternoon game, otherwise those Bo highlights would have been added to all the others we've all seen and loved.

     — Russ Chitwood, 08/28/2021 at 8:02 PM

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Re: Game Info - Boston Red Sox at Cleveland Indians - August 22, 1957 -

I was at this game. My father took me. It was my first baseball game at a stadium.(I watched games on tv) It was a nice sunny day. I remember Jackie Jensen's home run. The error by Carresquel, what I remember was an infield popup that I think he lost in the sun. Unfortunately the Indians got beaten badly that day....

     — Christopher Schaumberg, 08/22/2021 at 7:14 PM

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Re: Game Info - New York Yankees at Texas Rangers - August 19, 1977 -

My first ever MLB Game that my dad took me to. Got there very early to watch batting practice and I got a foul ball hit by Toby Harrah. Just got him to sign it in 2018! Has some toning but still have it in my display case today!!

     — Jim Caruthers, 08/14/2021 at 9:09 AM

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Re: Game Info - New York Mets at Philadelphia Phillies - July 31, 1965 -

The first game that I ever attended. And the winning pitcher Gary Kroll have spoke on the phone and I have an autographed ball from him that marks the occasion.

     — Bob Hurte, 07/30/2021 at 12:50 PM

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Re: Game Info - Cleveland Indians at Philadelphia Athletics - August 24, 1954 -

Al Lopez managed Cleveland and Rollie Hemsley the Athletics

     — Ken Revis, 07/08/2021 at 12:46 PM

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Re: Game Info - Cleveland Indians at Philadelphia Athletics - August 24, 1954 -

who were the managers of each team? I am baffled of how johnny gray could pitch a complete game and his arm did not fall off, and how a 4-1 game could be played in 2:17.

     — George C Rosati, 07/06/2021 at 9:45 AM

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Re: Game Info - Cleveland Indians at Philadelphia Athletics - August 24, 1954 -

i am the cousin from Iowa. We sat in the grandstand between third and home. Remember the American League rules regarding mustard on hot dogs.

     — George C Rosati, 07/06/2021 at 9:38 AM

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Re: Game Info - Cleveland Indians at Philadelphia Athletics - August 24, 1954 -

My Grandfather From South Dakota Brought My Cousin From Iowa East On The Train From Sioux City IA To Reading PA And With My Father From Orwigsburg PA Attended This Game And We Remember The Two Third Basemen Who Played In The Game: Al Rosen For The Tribe And Jim Finigan For The A's, Who Left Philly The Following Year And Moved To Kansas City.

     — Richard K Freed, 07/02/2021 at 12:49 PM

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Re: Game Info - Detroit Tigers at New York Yankees - May 26, 1962 -

I have always remembered remembered the Yankees pitcher throwing the ball while Rocky Colavito was bending over the plate. In the ensuing confusion, I believe Dick McAuliffe stole second base. Dizzy Dean and Pee Wee Reese (?) announcers.

     — Howard Joe, 06/24/2021 at 5:59 PM

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Re: Game Info - Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Athletics - April 22, 1959 -

BTW -- The White Sox scored 11 runs in the 7th inning on one hit.

     — David L. Klement, 05/03/2021 at 10:13 PM

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Re: Game Info - Tampa Bay Rays at Washington Nationals - June 17, 2015 -

Steven Souza bunted to the pitcher and came all the way around to score on the play.

     — Dave Klement, 05/02/2021 at 9:17 PM

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Re: changing teams

Simply select the 1975 Cincinnati Reds and the 1927 Yankees in the selection menus.

     — Ken Revis, 06/25/2020 at 11:49 AM

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Re: changing teams

I dont understand your question?

     — james, 06/21/2020 at 2:47 PM

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1991 June 6 Rangers Royals

Does anyone know where I can locate a video you tube copy of this game? A midweek afternoon game that started Ryan vs Saberhagen Royals won in 18 innings.

     — Jason McMillen, 06/11/2020 at 11:24 AM

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changing teams

How do I change The Reds from 1942 to 1975 against the Yankees of 1927?

     — Roger brown, 05/06/2020 at 5:12 AM

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Information

Regards. I am writing to you from Costa Rica (I am Venezuelan) and I am in a project about Latinos (pioneers) in the major leagues from their origins. I'm in search for who was the Cuban who connected the first hit in the big show. The game happened on July 4 (2011) and both Marsans and Almeida went 2-1, but the innings box score does not appear. Could you help me?

     — Luis Eloy Ramirez Cabrera, 04/29/2020 at 11:28 PM

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Foul ball caught

Does any one have video of Mets game vs. braves 4/27/2008. My nephew passed away and leaves 3children and my nephew was at that game and caught a foul ball. His arms were full of food and he stuck his hand out and caught the ball without dropping anything. I’d like to find a clip of that moment to show his kids for Christmas. Thanks 631 740 4347 leave message. Email mobill56@aol.com

     — Will, 12/23/2019 at 10:15 AM

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Re: Game Info - Philadelphia Phillies at New York Mets - June 21, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

First starting victory of career for Rick Wise in second game of infamous doubleheader (Jim Bunning threw perfect game against the Mets in the first game).

     — Robert A Lopeck, 08/02/2019 at 7:53 PM

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Re: Game Info - Philadelphia Phillies at Florida Marlins - May 29, 2010 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Was there for Halladay's perfect game, 8 rows directly behind home plate, with my daughter, Jennifer (an early Father's Day gift).

     — Robert A Lopeck, 08/02/2019 at 5:29 PM

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Re: Game Info - New York Yankees at Texas Rangers - April 8, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first baseball game I ever saw in person. My dad checked me out of school early, and we were off to see the World Champion New York Yankees against the hometown Rangers! Great game. Will never forget it.

Even though I grew up in the DFW area, I was a Yankee fan because I was left-handed, and the Yankees' best hitter and pitcher, Reggie Jackson and Ron Guidry, were left-handed. I wore 44 or 49 almost every baseball season as a kid.


     — Kevin, 07/25/2019 at 7:06 PM

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Re: Game Info

Yes. There was a 19 minute rain delay after the 6th inning.

     — Ken Revis, 07/02/2019 at 8:41 AM

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Re: Game Info

I think I was at this game. Was there a rain delay during. I remember Don Mattingly's home run that landed a few rows in at the right field porch. But I'm not 100% sure. Thanks!

     — Gabriel Abate, 07/02/2019 at 12:14 AM

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Re: 4 HRs in a Game

June 6,2017,Scooter Gennett,Cincinnati Reds
September 4,2017,J.D. Martinez,Arizona Diamondbacks


     — Juan Carlos Batancourt, 05/30/2019 at 5:16 PM

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Re: SLN193509250: Rosters and Lineups - St. Louis Cardinals versus Chicago Cubs - September 25, 1935

Pennant clincher for Cubs.

     — Kerry Mitchell, 04/16/2019 at 12:10 PM

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Re: SFN201604080: Rosters and Lineups - San Francisco Giants versus Los Angeles Dodgers - April 8, 2016

I remember Ross striping pulled from no hitter I was watching game on MLBNetwork my bedroom storm predict it day before lunch at WPSD that almost no hitter dodgers came 11 weeks after winter storm Jonas Hit us 9 weeks after my nearly incident with 1st graders walking to lunch 11:58am WPSD strip.ing was cousin of Elisha Querry 5th grade WPSD Student

     — Emily Petrillo , 04/04/2019 at 9:53 PM

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Re: CHA198405080: Rosters and Lineups - Chicago White Sox versus Milwaukee Brewers - May 8, 1984

At old Comiskey Park on May 8-9, 1984, the White Sox downed the Brewers 7-6 in 25 innings and 8 hours, 6 minutes, the major league record for game time. Suspended after 17 innings at 1:05 a.m. by the AL curfew, the game was won the next evening in the 25th by Harold Baines's homer which just barely cleared the bullpen fence in center. The White Sox scored two in the ninth, and three in the 21st to keep the game tied, and would have won in the 23rd except that Dave Stegman was ruled out for coach's interference. Third-base coach Jim Leyland helped Stegman to his feet after he tripped rounding third.

     — Dave Klement, 03/08/2019 at 11:48 AM

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Re: NYA196606211: Rosters and Lineups - New York Yankees versus Baltimore Orioles - June 21, 1966

I was at that game. Robinson disappeared into the stands when he made the catch and emerged holding the ball high. Umpire ruled a catch and the fans went ballistic. When game 2 started, fans were throwing things at Robinson and the PA announcer had to insist they stop, which they eventually did. Yanks won game 2.

     — Dave Griffiths, 02/08/2019 at 5:09 AM

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Re: CHN200607010: Rosters and Lineups - Chicago Cubs versus Chicago White Sox - July 1, 2006

AJ Hit game winning homer in at wrigley fild top of 9 inning AJ Crede 46 combined home run during 2006 MLB Season

     — Emily petrillo, 02/03/2019 at 10:15 PM

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Re: 1964 NL Pennant Race. 1st Day of Blog. September 21st. Chico Ruiz steals home as Reds defeat Phils 1-0.

The beginning of the end for the Phaltering Phillies of '64....

     — Ricky Beaver, 01/21/2019 at 8:19 PM

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Re: BSN195209012: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Braves versus New York Giants - September 1, 1952

I ATTENDED THIS GAME WITH THE DEDHAM, MASS LITTLE LEAGUE, IT WAS THE SECOND GAME OF A LBOR DAY DOUBLE HEADER. WE COLLECTED FUNDS FOR THE JIMMY FUND BETWEEN BOTH GAMES.

     — ED FERRARI, 12/16/2018 at 1:04 AM

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Re: MLN195905260: Rosters and Lineups - Milwaukee Braves versus Pittsburgh Pirates - May 26, 1959

I understand why Adcock was called out for passing Aaron on the base path between 2nd and 3rd, and only credited with a double instead of a homer. But why wasn't Aaron called out for leaving the base path after rounding 2nd?

     — Michael G. Novak, 11/12/2018 at 3:48 PM

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit

Livan Hernandez (pitcher)had eight hts in a row,without a base on balls.
7/31/2001(1hit)
8/5/2001(3hits)
8/11/2001(4hits)
Excuse me,but my English is very bad.


     — Juan Carlos Betancourt, 11/09/2018 at 2:12 PM

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Re: SLA193004270: Rosters and Lineups - St. Louis Browns versus Chicago White Sox - April 27, 1930

Unfortunately, a play-by-play account doesn't appear to be available, but my understanding is that first baseman Bud Clancy of the Sox had no assists and no put outs in the entire game. A first baseman!

     — Michael Fox, 10/31/2018 at 2:00 AM

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Re: SLN197108070: Rosters and Lineups - St. Louis Cardinals versus Los Angeles Dodgers - August 7, 1971

I was at this game when I was 13 years old on a family trip traveling from Tampa, Florida to California and back. We stopped to watch the game. In the 10th inning, Matty Alou was walked. The infielders all met at the mound with the pitcher and catcher to plan their defense, but failed to call timeout. Alou broke for second and the pitcher spun and threw the ball to second ... but there was no one there, since the 2nd baseman and shortstop were both at the mound. Alou rounded third and beat the throw to the plate from the outfield.

     — Gerald Walling, 10/17/2018 at 12:29 PM

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Re: NYA196607230: Rosters and Lineups - New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966

At that game- and seeing hero Mantle hit a home run, a grand slam none the less, (last GS of his career), was unbelievable- landed 3 rows in front of me- RF upper deck. Also remember DiMaggio hitting a legit LF double in the old timers game earlier that afternoon. Seeing Joltin' Joe and the Mick, both hitting- a yankee fan's dream. Maris was PH that day- who could ask for more- also met Mickey at his restaurant and autograph at book signing later in his life. Still consider him the best and my all time favorite Yankee.

     — Ken Green, 10/09/2018 at 3:35 PM

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Re: BRO195607250: Rosters and Lineups - Brooklyn Dodgers versus Cincinnati Reds - July 25, 1956

This was the first major league baseball game I attended. Was 6 years old. Still remember the Duke's walk off homer!

     — Edward Caiazzo, 08/11/2018 at 2:29 PM

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Re: BSN195209210: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Braves versus Brooklyn Dodgers - September 21, 1952

And with that, National League baseball in Boston came to an end.

     — Joe Murphy, 08/02/2018 at 11:03 PM

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Re: BAL195906100: Rosters and Lineups - Baltimore Orioles versus Cleveland Indians - June 10, 1959

I was at Dean Chance going away party at his home that night. He had just been signed by Baltimore and was leaving for his first season of pro baseball playing for Bluefield .I was on the state champion Ohio high school team that Dean pitched 1959.Rocky Colavito hit 4 homer runs so was a very memorable game and glad you put this on Jim Martin

     — Jim Martin, 07/03/2018 at 8:49 PM

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Re: NYA196606211: Rosters and Lineups - New York Yankees versus Baltimore Orioles - June 21, 1966

I recall watching game 1 of this 6/21/1966 doubleheader at Yankee Stadium on TV, it's the bottom of the 9th, Orioles ahead 7-5, there's 2 out and the Yanks have 2 runners on base. Roy White hits a deep fly to right, and Frank Robinson goes back to the short bleacher wall they had back then, jumps up, the ball goes into his glove, and he falls into the stands among presumably all Yankee fans, and out of sight. Yet he gets up and emerges from the stands with the ball. The umpire calls White out, and Yanks manager Ralph Houk is livid arguing the call. But what I most remember was the call of O's longtime announcer Chuck Thompson. He first called it a catch after the ump's initial ruling, but the best thing that I distinctly recall Thompson saying during the ensuing Houk tirade, while awaiting an official ruling, "The game is over, but I'm not sure who won."

     — Jeffrey Ebert, 06/19/2018 at 11:40 PM

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Re: WS2196605200: Rosters and Lineups - Washington Senators versus California Angels - May 20, 1966

Does anyone remember Frank Howard BUNTING the ball to third on the game-winning play? I was at the game, have a scorecard from it that my father kept, and have specifically remembered all these years later that it was a bunt. I haven't been able to find anything that states that it was a bunt by Howard.

     — Jeff Ebert, 06/16/2018 at 12:23 PM

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit I had 12 junior year

I had 12 consecutive hits in my junior year of high school, but when I was told I had the streak it got to me and I grounded out and streak ended.

     — Javier, 05/25/2018 at 11:41 PM

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Re: NYA200508080: Rosters and Lineups - New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - August 8, 2005

The Yankees score 3 runs on 4 hits.

     — Dave Klement, 05/14/2018 at 8:54 PM

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Re: NYA200508080: Rosters and Lineups - New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - August 8, 2005

This was my first game at Yankee Stadium, as well as my son's first game. It was an amazing night for my family, in the Bronx.

     — Terry Wilkerson, 05/14/2018 at 7:20 AM

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Re: BOS199007170: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Red Sox versus Minnesota Twins - July 17, 1990

The Red Sox hit into two triple plays, but still beat the Twins 1-0.

     — Dave Klement, 03/28/2018 at 11:27 PM

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Re: KCA200608230: Rosters and Lineups - Kansas City Royals versus Cleveland Indians - August 23, 2006

The Kansas City Royals become the second team in major league history to have a 10-run first inning and not win the game, as they lose to the Cleveland Indians 15-13.

     — Dave Klement, 03/17/2018 at 5:56 PM

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Re: BAL195906100: Rosters and Lineups - Baltimore Orioles versus Cleveland Indians - June 10, 1959

My favorite MLB game

     — Ned Campbell, 03/17/2018 at 1:08 AM

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Re: PHI198906080: Rosters and Lineups - Philadelphia Phillies versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 8, 1989

Pittsburgh scored 10 runs in the top of the first inning against Philadelphia and lost 15-11.

     — Dave Klement, 03/16/2018 at 4:33 PM

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Re: CLE193608230: Rosters and Lineups - Cleveland Indians versus St. Louis Browns - August 23, 1936

In his first major-league start, 17-year-old Bob Feller strikes out 15 Browns as the Cleveland Indians beat St. Louis 4-1.

     — Dave Klement, 03/16/2018 at 10:18 AM

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Re: BOS193608121: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Red Sox versus Philadelphia Athletics - August 12, 1936

Wes Farrell hits 2 homers, including a grand slam, driving in all of the Red Sox's runs and striking out eight to lead Boston to a 6-4 victory over the Philadelphia Athletics. It was one of five times Ferrell homered twice in a game. He finished his career with 38 home runs.

     — Dave Klement, 03/15/2018 at 11:14 AM

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Re: DET195507190: Rosters and Lineups - Detroit Tigers versus Baltimore Orioles - July 19, 1955

Babe Birrer blasted two three-run homers in Detroit's 12-4 victory against Baltimore. The amazing part of Birrer's power surge was that he came in to pitch in the sixth, throwing four innings of shutout relief for the save. The two homers were the only ones he hit in his three-year career.

     — Dave Klement, 03/12/2018 at 6:08 PM

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Re: BSN194205130: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Braves versus Chicago Cubs - May 13, 1942

Jim Tobin is the only pitcher in the modern era to homer three times in one game. He pitched a complete game to lead the Boston Braves to a 6-5 victory over the Cubs.

     — Dave Klement, 03/09/2018 at 7:07 PM

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Re: MIL200205230: Rosters and Lineups - Milwaukee Brewers versus Los Angeles Dodgers - May 23, 2002

Shawn Green's 19 total bases.

     — Dave Klement, 03/08/2018 at 6:59 PM

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Re: TEX199105010: Rosters and Lineups - Texas Rangers versus Toronto Blue Jays - May 1, 1991

Nolan Ryan pitches his seventh no-hitter, striking out 16.

     — Dave Klement, 03/08/2018 at 6:27 PM

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Re: Major League debut for players

You are correct. It's showing the first game in which he appeared in the starting lineup.

     — Ken Revis, 03/04/2018 at 5:00 PM

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Re: Major League debut for players

Perhaps the first game shown is the first game in which he appeared in the starting lineup.

     — Dave Klement, 02/28/2018 at 11:58 AM

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Major League debut for players

I have been interested in watching the ML debuts for certain players, but their first game doesn't always seem to be listed. For example, the first game available for Bobby Avila is on 9/20/1949, but when he comes to the plate in that game, he is shown as having 10 AB's already that year. Ditto for Alan Ashby and others. Are the stats in error, or more likely are previous games simply not listed?

     — Dave Klement, 02/28/2018 at 10:44 AM

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Re: CLE198807040: Rosters and Lineups - Cleveland Indians versus Oakland Athletics - July 4, 1988

Mark McGwire hit a home run in the top of the 16th inning in back-to-back games on July 3rd and 4th, 1988. This is the July 4th game.

     — Dave Klement, 02/26/2018 at 12:34 PM

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Re: TOR198807030: Rosters and Lineups - Toronto Blue Jays versus Oakland Athletics - July 3, 1988

Mark McGwire hit a home run in the top of the 16th inning in back-to-back games on July 3rd and 4th, 1988. This is the July 3rd game.

     — Dave Klement, 02/26/2018 at 12:31 PM

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Re: LAN199904230: Rosters and Lineups - Los Angeles Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - April 23, 1999

This record will never be broken either--Fernando Tatis hits two grand slams in one inning.

     — Dave Klement, 02/25/2018 at 10:57 PM

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Re: SFN196607030: Rosters and Lineups - San Francisco Giants versus Atlanta Braves - July 3, 1966

Tony Cloninger, a pitcher, becomes the only National League player to ever hit two grand slam home runs in a game. (His record stands until 1999, when Fernando Tatis hits two grand slams in one inning!)

     — Dave Klement, 02/24/2018 at 10:01 PM

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Re: CHA195905010: Rosters and Lineups - Chicago White Sox versus Boston Red Sox - May 1, 1959

Early Wynn of the Chicago White Sox pitches a one-hitter, striking out 14, and hits a double and a home run for a 1-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox at the age of 39.

     — Dave Klement, 02/24/2018 at 5:09 PM

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Re: LAA196106260: Rosters and Lineups - Los Angeles Angels versus New York Yankees - June 26, 1961

I was there!! Dodger Stadium, Angels vs Yankees, saw Roger Maris, Yogi Berra, Whitey Ford and a HOME RUN by MICKEY MANTLE!! More? Sandy Koufax, Maury Wills, Wally Moon, Don Drysdale, Orel Hershiser, Steve Sax, FERNANO pitching a NO HITTER, and caught (3) foul balls in 1968 during one game!

     — Ed Baker, 02/24/2018 at 1:30 PM

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Re: KC1195904220: Rosters and Lineups - Kansas City Athletics versus Chicago White Sox - April 22, 1959

Watch the White Sox comeback from a 6-1 deficit after 2 innings.

     — Dave Klement, 02/24/2018 at 1:07 PM

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Re: CIN197106230: Rosters and Lineups - Cincinnati Reds versus Philadelphia Phillies - June 23, 1971

This might be the best single day any player has ever had. Rick Wise hit two home runs and knocked in three runs while pitching a no-hitter.

     — Dave Klement, 02/24/2018 at 11:21 AM

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Re: CIN194406100: Rosters and Lineups - Cincinnati Reds versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 10, 1944

Joe Nuxhall's (age 15) first game was Bill Lohrman's last. It was also the only major league game for Jake Eisenhart.

     — Dave Klement, 02/24/2018 at 9:47 AM

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Re: BOS195306180: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - June 18, 1953

Watch the 7th inning in which the Red Sox score 17 runs. Sammy White, the Boston catcher, sets a record likely to never be broken--he is the only player to score 3 runs in one inning.

     — Dave Klement, 02/23/2018 at 4:16 PM

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Re: BRO195205210: Rosters and Lineups - Brooklyn Dodgers versus Cincinnati Reds - May 21, 1952

The Dodgers score 15 runs in the first inning.

     — Dave Klement, 02/23/2018 at 4:11 PM

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Re: NY1195204230: Rosters and Lineups - New York Giants versus Boston Braves - April 23, 1952

Hoyt Wilhelm of the Giants hit a home run at the Polo Grounds in his first major league at-bat. He was the winner, too, and pitched 1070 games in the majors--but never hit another homer.

     — Dave Klement, 02/23/2018 at 4:07 PM

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit

I have not as yet been able to find a consecutive-hits record for pitchers. Dontrelle Willis had seven in a row (ten if postseason is counted), which is what sparked my curiosity. SOMEbody's gotta know, right?
ThanGsk!


     — Wonk, 02/21/2018 at 9:45 PM

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Re: BOS194610090: Rosters and Lineups - Boston Red Sox versus St. Louis Cardinals - October 9, 1946

They say Johnny pesky held on to the ball to long and Red Schoendienst score from second

     — Edward. Addesso, 01/19/2018 at 4:23 PM

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Re: BRO194710030: Rosters and Lineups - Brooklyn Dodgers versus New York Yankees - October 3, 1947

I was seven yrs Old love old time baseball my Era Born In 1940

     — John R. Sanchez, 01/10/2018 at 5:01 PM

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Re: LAN196908050: Rosters and Lineups - Los Angeles Dodgers versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 5, 1969

Willie Stargell's home run was the first time anybody had hit a ball completely out of Dodger Stadium. (It's been done a few times since.) And this game was Don Drysdale's last start.

     — Tom Gill, 10/24/2017 at 8:43 PM

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Re: NYA196507220: Rosters and Lineups - New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 22, 1965

It was neither Buford nor Ward. It was Danny Cater.

     — Steve Schuman, 10/22/2017 at 2:31 PM

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Re: MIN196208130: Rosters and Lineups - Minnesota Twins versus New York Yankees - August 13, 1962

Living in the outback of Canada it is the only major league baseball game I have attended. It is easy to guess which team I favored and it was a perfect outcome. Harmon did well in that game.

     — Harmen Kooyman, 07/25/2017 at 11:31 PM

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Re: OAK197107210: Rosters and Lineups - Oakland Athletics versus Cleveland Indians - July 21, 1971

Thank you so much for putting in the work to create this site. It is such fun.

     — Eric Nance Woehler, 07/22/2017 at 7:50 AM

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1956 Yankees vs 1968 Tigers

Playing a best of the best tourney all of the world series winners decade by decade then, a final tournament of all the winners. So far The champ of the winner's bracket is the powerful 1989 A's who beat the 76 Reds in a 3 game-0 sweep in a best of 5 series, now I am finishing out the loser bracket then once one team remains they will play a best of against Oakland. Right now the 4 teams left are 1948 Cleveland,1956 NY Yankees, 1968 Detroit,2016 Cubs and 1976 Reds.I am managing the 68 Tigers have to play the 56 Yanks, your sim says I should win we will see.Love this only wish you could watch the games.

     — Greg jay, 07/18/2017 at 2:04 PM

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Re: Greatest Games in Baseball History

Playing a best of the best tourney all of the world series winners decade by decade then, a final tournament of all the winners. So far The champ of the winner's bracket is the powerful 1989 A's who beat the 76 Reds in a 3 game-0 sweep in a best of 5 series, now I am finishing out the loser bracket then once one team remains they will play a best of against Oakland. Right now the 4 teams left are 1948 Cleveland,1956 NY Yankees, 1968 Detroit,2016 Cubs and 1976 Reds.I am managing the 68 Tigers have to play the 56 Yanks, your sim says I should win we will see.Love this only wish you could watch the games.

     — Greg jay, 07/18/2017 at 1:59 PM

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Re: BAL197707052: Rosters and Lineups - Baltimore Orioles versus Detroit Tigers - July 5, 1977

Nobody jams Lee May!!!

     — robert korycansky, 07/17/2017 at 2:42 PM

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Re: MIL197404170: Rosters and Lineups - Milwaukee Brewers versus Cleveland Indians - April 17, 1974

200 PITCHES AND NOT NEAR THE ARM PROBLEMS THAT PITCHERS HAVE NOW.SOME STAFFS HAD ABOUT 80-90 COMPLETE GAMES A SEASON MAKES ONE WONDER

     — jim martin, 07/17/2017 at 1:34 PM

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Re: CHA195706130: Rosters and Lineups - Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - June 13, 1957

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ev9SbODC2c

Game lasts about 2:35 inspite of the length of the recording (which is almost 4 hours).

I was 5 years old when this game took place. I really don't remember the Sox before 1959 (when I was 7) though I grew up on the South Side. But the '57 Sox were an excellent outfit, just not quite good enough, which was an ongoing story between the mid-50s and mid 60s.

We had a ritual when I was a kid, where my dad would help me bathe with the radio in the open bathroom window. So I may or may not have heard this then. He was a big Sox fan. I remember listening to parts of lots of games in the bathtub. Great memories. This game featured a tremendous fight and the Commander Bob Elson, at his best.


     — Jack Solock, 07/11/2017 at 12:45 AM

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Re: PIT196504120: Rosters and Lineups - Pittsburgh Pirates versus San Francisco Giants - April 12, 1965

I remember the call on the transistor radio right after I got home from school.

     — Dave, 07/06/2017 at 11:55 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - August 2, 1987 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game. Trillo had been taking all day but when he came up in the 9th he hit the first pitch to tie the game. We had great seats 10 rows behind home plate. Lee Smith was intimidating even from that vantage.

     — Anthony P Cowen, 05/26/2017 at 5:22 PM

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Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cleveland Indians - April 17, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game and it is the single best performance of pitching I have ever seen. Perry threw approx. 200 pitches which is unheard of today. He went 15-1 to start the season in 1974.

     — Tony Tenaglia, 05/18/2017 at 7:27 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Brooklyn Dodgers - May 18, 1947 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 10 years old and with my brother took a couple of streetcars from Albany Park to Wrigley, we had to get off 4 blocks from Clark & Addison because of the big crowd. There were 47,000 fans and 99% bought their tickets on the day of the game in cash(no credit cards then). Many fans brought binoculars to get a closer look at Jackie Robinson who was making his Chicago debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers. The only booing I recall was for Dixie Walker. There were no fire laws then, so many sat in the isles and stood by the back fences in the grandstands, upper decks and the bleachers. Ironically, it was the 3rd game I went to that season.. the Opener against the Pirates and Hank Greenberg's 2 out double in the 6th drove in the games only run. We were there for Babe Ruth Day 4/27/47 and the Babe's speech from Yankee stadium was piped in over the P.A. system. It was hard to understand... but I knew I was hearing Babe Ruth. I've been to way over 1,000 Cubs games.

     — Jerry Pritikin aka The Bleacher Preacher, 05/18/2017 at 11:00 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 15, 2005 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this game and I never understood what the official ruling was that ended the game. It was raining pretty hard, and trailing by 5 in the bottom of the 9th with 2 outs, the Cubs hit a couple balls that would have been outs, but were misplayed due to the weather. Henry Blanco reached to load the bases, and then the umpires "called" the game without a third out being recorded.

It was absolutely the right decision in that situation, but I don't understand the legality of the ruling. If there are no lead changes in the current inning and a game is called due to rain, it is my understanding that the game ends and the final reverts to the end of the previous full inning. In that case, it should have been an 8 inning game with the Cardinals winning 6-0. How can the stats from the 9th inning count, yet no third out recorded in the bottom of the 9th? How can the winning team pitch 8-2/3 innings? I've always wanted to know this. Thanks!


     — Phil Grizzard, 05/17/2017 at 11:55 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The site shows that Marcelino Lopez was the pitcher and Buck Rodgers was the catcher when Mantle hits his grand slam home run in the bottom of the 3rd inning in this game.

     — Ken Revis, 05/14/2017 at 10:28 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Who gave up Mantles grand slam in this game,and who was the Angels catcher?

     — JOE V, 05/13/2017 at 11:12 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Chicago White Sox - June 15, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this game with several buddies, one of whom, Chuck McNiel, said back in Feb '67 that the Red Sox would win pennant. Two outs, bottom of the 11th with Foy on 1st. Conigliaro fouls off 2 or 3 pitches on a 3-2 count and then smashes on out of the park and onto the Turnpike way beyond left field. Chuck screams "This is the year!" By the time we and the crowd reach Kenmore Sq. everyone is chanting "This is the year!" Oh that it were!

     — Max Imhoff, 04/30/2017 at 5:41 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Just found the souvenir program for sat. July 23 1966. We took the train from Springfield mass. Bleacher seats were $1.50.Iwas 9 yrs. old. I don't remember the grand slam from the Mick but my brother got to slap Joe Di Maggio's hand!

     — steve zanetti, 04/16/2017 at 8:28 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 8, 1956 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

We don't know how many pitches Maglie threw, but we do know he gave up 5 hits.

     — Ken Revis, 04/02/2017 at 10:43 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 20, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first Cub game and froim that point, a Cub fan. 53 years later, Cubs win it all.

     — gary fouse, 03/10/2017 at 9:43 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 8, 1956 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

how many innings did sal maglie pitch in that game and how many hits did he give up?

     — randy breen, 03/04/2017 at 4:14 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - July 9, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My second game as an 11 year old. Went on a bus trip and there was a rain delay in the 5th with the score 5-1. We left during the rain delay only to find out we missed several more home runs.

     — tghn, 02/12/2017 at 12:03 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus New York Yankees - May 25, 1981 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 11 years old at the time. My dad took me to this game and I'll never forget Reggie's homer that day! Best day ever, and I'm actually a Met fan!

     — David, 01/27/2017 at 9:33 PM

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Re: The Epitome of Pete Rose

The Box Score date was 9/28/1978

     — Chad Donnell, 01/27/2017 at 4:24 PM

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The Epitome of Pete Rose

I remember listening to this game and Marty Brenneman went out of his mind. The Reds had chased the Dodgers all season long before a terrible August slump took them out of contention. The Reds were eliminated but they still found the fortitude to rally for 6 in the bottom of the 9th in a meaningless game. Pete Rose led off the inning with a hit and knocked in the winning run with his second hit of the inning. It was one of his last games in a Reds uniform before leaving for Philly. The Reds ended the year on a seven game winning streak which was their longest of the year.

     — Chad Donnell, 01/27/2017 at 4:22 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Chicago White Sox - July 30, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first major league game that I ever attended. I was sitting in left field with my Little League team from Monroe and I remember a ball hit off of Don Demeter's glove. I thought that was Pete Ward who hit that. I was only 12 at the time so my memory probably is not accurate.


     — Rick Bunge, 12/21/2016 at 9:25 AM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Chicago Cubs - June 4, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

You can listen to this game on Youtube: Classic baseball on the radio: Listen to a young Vin Scully describe an even younger Sandy Koufax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVnY767C3nY


     — Jack Solock, 12/15/2016 at 7:23 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Philadelphia Athletics - September 21, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Always great to revisit one's first game. I saw umpire Larry Napp at a college game at West Point!

     — Danny Lehrman, 12/07/2016 at 12:38 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Los Angeles Dodgers - June 4, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 13 at the time. Witnessed a Sandy Koufax no-hitter!

     — Steve Hersh, 11/29/2016 at 1:29 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Milwaukee Brewers - June 24, 2000 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hmm. I notice that Baseball Reference also charge Maddux with the balk. Both Baseball Reference and we get our raw information for years past from Retrosheet.org which must have recorded the balk to Maddux.

     — Ken Revis, 11/22/2016 at 11:50 AM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Milwaukee Brewers - June 24, 2000 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

According to what I read, the catcher for the Braves, Lunar, was cited for a very rare catcher's balk for not being positioned properly in the catcher's box. All base runners were allowed to advance an extra base. In the box score, it indicates that the pitcher, Maddux was charged with the balk.

     — Rob Zirbel, 11/17/2016 at 9:14 AM

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umpire called an extremely rare catcher's balk

From what I have read, a rare catcher's balk was called on the back up catcher for the Braves, Lunar, for not positioning himself within the confines of the catcher's box and the base runner was awarded an extra base. This was in the game played on June 24th between the Braves and the Brewers. In the box score, I noticed that the pitcher, Greg Maddux was cited for the balk.

     — Rob Zirbel, 11/17/2016 at 9:09 AM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Texas Rangers - May 16, 1981 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We attended game as i had convinced not a baseball fan wife that she should go to game as her birthday present from me. Very chilly night. Greg Luzinski hit home run that almost cleared upper deck roof. Sox wore long hanging blouse uniform. The same style that chris sale tore up and got suspended this year went up front and heard harry caray interview Ferguson Jenkins

     — Jim Martin, 10/26/2016 at 4:14 PM

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Re: NL All-Stars versus AL All-Stars - August 3, 1959 - All Star Lineup and other Game Information

Will James--- Right On!!!!! I share your comments about this great site. As a huge and i mean huge baseball fan i second what you have stated. Also i think that i have also a special interest in baseball as i was a team mate of Dean Chance on a state champs team in high school. Every thing you could want in researching past games found on site.

     — Jim Martin, 10/25/2016 at 5:53 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus San Diego Padres - October 14, 1984 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

What was the Detroit Tigers Roster for the 1984 World Series?

     — HaroldSalverda@yahoo.com, 10/24/2016 at 8:04 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Detroit Tigers - October 7, 1945 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

Looking back at this lineup, I hoped for years the Cubs would make another World Series try. Back in '45, I was in the navy, and the series were broadcast via radio courtesy of the Armed Forces Radio Network when we were occupying Tokyo, Japan, very shortly after the war ended. (No TVS then) GO CUBS IN 2016.

     — Irv Svoboda, 10/24/2016 at 3:29 PM

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Re: NL All-Stars versus AL All-Stars - August 3, 1959 - All Star Lineup and other Game Information

Take a bow...great site, wonderful concept for an operation that provides direct connections to any given game recorded in modern baseball history. That's a dream come true for all types of baseball fans ... the general baseball fanatics ... the professional media-type ... and the writers and historians.
I discovered your site by chance while researching. As an aging media guy and historian, I found this discovery to contain oceans of data that all baseball fanatics will love, especially if they appreciate the depth of baseball history.
It's an essential resource that's readily accessible and easily available.
For me, the statistical data and associated details of any baseball game, create a basis for me to re-connect with that particular time and location of a game.
Now that we're in the midst of another MLB playoff sequence, I reached your site while seeking specific information; the type contained in box scores and the comprehensive anatomy of each g


     — Will James, 10/16/2016 at 10:43 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus New York Mets - October 2, 2016 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

last game of Ryan Howard's Phillies career (I was there)

     — Bill Haelig, 10/08/2016 at 12:11 PM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus New York Yankees - August 15, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Same here. My family was in Cupertino for vacation from Kansas that year. My uncle and Dad kidnapped me and would not tell me where we were going.

Found out soon enough. Even got to see the Mick hit a home run.

The most thrilling baseball moment of my life.


     — x, 10/03/2016 at 9:00 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Philadelphia Athletics - September 21, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My very first game and my first view of that beautiful field of green. Taken there by my Uncle Sol, an avid Dodger fan who was being the wonderful Uncle he was always.

Thanks, Kenny


     — Danny Lehrman, 09/29/2016 at 3:04 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - May 1, 2003 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

how do I find the video, especially the top of the seventh. Marlon Byrds at bat is ideal.
Thank you...Michael Leger


     — michael leger, 09/27/2016 at 11:05 AM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Cleveland Indians - August 13, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was a night game. My dad took me to Comiskey Park to see the best pitcher he had ever seen, Satchel Paige.

     — Neil Maloney, 09/21/2016 at 10:25 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Chicago White Sox - August 20, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Cancel my first comment. It was August 13, 1948

     — Neil Maloney, 09/21/2016 at 10:24 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Chicago White Sox - August 20, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was a night game. My dad took me to Comiskey Park to see the best pitcher he had ever seen, Satchel Paige.

     — Neil Maloney, 09/21/2016 at 10:02 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Chicago White Sox - August 20, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was a night game. My dad took me to Comiskey Park to see the best pitcher he had ever seen, Satchel Paige.

     — Neil Maloney, 09/21/2016 at 10:02 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My dad took me by train from Providence. I was 11 and It was great to see The Mick hit a slam, the place went nuts. I was sad to leave with a loss though.

     — Bernie Hudson, 09/12/2016 at 10:22 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus New York Yankees - September 30, 1983 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have 2 unused tickets for that game. Also have a world series hat from memorial stadium when they played the Phillys, the following month, too.

     — Chris Davenport, 09/05/2016 at 11:02 PM

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit

Pedroia was so close ! 11-11 !

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 3, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I believe it was July 21st, 1956 he recorded his 2000th hit.

     — Ken Revis, 08/25/2016 at 5:54 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 3, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

didn't pee wee reese get his 2000th hit in this game? I was there.

     — william trott, 08/22/2016 at 9:31 PM

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Re: Kansas City Athletics versus New York Yankees - August 18, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Yankees went on to win the AL pennant for the 12th time in 14 seasons. In 1964, they won for the 14th time in 16 years before the dynasty finally ended in 1965, when the Minnesota Twins won the AL championship.

     — Wayne , 08/18/2016 at 7:56 PM

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Re: Kansas City Athletics versus New York Yankees - August 18, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Of all the baseball games I have been to, this one stands out as one of most memorable. I was one of 35,147 in attendance and had to sit on the terrace beyond the right field fence in old Municipal Stadium. It was a Saturday and the Yankees and the A's played a twi-night doubleheader, as part of a 5-game series.

The A's won the first game 5-4, scoring in the bottom of the ninth against Yankees lefty, Whitey Ford. Mickey Mantle, Tom Tresh, and Roger Maris each homered for the Yankees. I remember Maris' blast hit the top of the outer right field fence, just missing going completely out of the stadium.

The second game was won 11-7 by the Yankees when they scored 4 times in the 9th inning. Bob Turley started the game but didn't figure in the decision. Three Yankees also homered in that game--Dale Long, Bobby Richardson, and Clete Boyer.

It was a night I will probably never forget and such a thrill to see one of the greatest baseball teams ever assembled. The Yankees wen


     — Wayne, 08/18/2016 at 7:52 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - June 25, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I think this was the game where Jimmy Piersall was arguing balls and strikes from center field, causing a near fight and Vic Power ended up sitting on Piersall, to calm him down.

     — Jeff, 08/04/2016 at 1:50 PM

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Re: THE DAY OF THE SLIDER---09/17/1951

Yes i remenberwatching that game with my father I had helped him with farm work that morning. Since we are from Ohio and were Indians fans this was a big game. The indians were fighting for first place in A.L.pennant race. But as usual back then Yankees won and wound up in first place . AS they did most years back then.Truly one of all time great dynasty.

     — Jim MARTIN, 07/25/2016 at 1:27 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Philadelphia Phillies - September 29, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Remember this exciting Friday night well. One more loss and the season was over for the Bucs. They sweep a twin-bill from the hated Phils with two ninth-inning walk-offs!

     — DaddyO, 07/20/2016 at 12:05 AM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus New York Yankees - October 3, 1947 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I attended the game with my father. We sat in Center Field Bleachers, which due to park dimension were not bad. During that hectic ninth inning there were pinch hitters and pinch runners.
When Cookie hit that game-winner my father was using his reading glasses to check the score card and then while changing glasses he missed the whole action. We laughed about it for years


     — Jim Naughton, 07/03/2016 at 10:11 AM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus New York Yankees - August 15, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My father took me to this game on my 7th birthday. It is still the greatest display of athletic talent I've ever seen. I remember Mickey Mantle hitting like it was yesterday. Amazing!

     — Douglas Meyer, 06/30/2016 at 11:56 PM

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Willie Mays was a Giant-Size ALL-STAR


If I correctly recall, it was at this game that I got a bunch of Topps "Giant-Size ALL-STARS" cards whose condition and packaging gave a contemporary appearance to them, even though they were a good seven or so years old!!


     — Vic, 06/21/2016 at 10:55 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus San Francisco Giants - September 17, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My mom took us to the game, Willie Mays I believe hit three home runs off of Warren Spahn.

     — Joseph D. Oven, 06/15/2016 at 5:06 PM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus Detroit Tigers - August 16, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Only major league game I ever went to,Catfish Hunter vs Mickey Lolich.Unbelievable night.

     — kevin allan, 06/03/2016 at 3:24 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus St. Louis Cardinals - October 7, 1968 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I was there as a minor league whose season had ended. Roomate, pitcher Jon Warden, saw him this spring in Tigertown. Tough decision, Springfield, Mo native and Detroit paid my salary!. I rooted the Tigers.Have some interesting stores. We had a Detroit Tiger reunion this Spring in Tigertown. during spring training.

     — Larry Calton, 05/29/2016 at 2:13 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Milwaukee Brewers - October 4, 1987 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hello!
I was at this game celebrating my Oct. 5 birthday a day early! It snowed and was very cold in Boston; slushy, drizzly, nasty day all around. I believe the only reason this game was played was because Clemens wanted to get win #20. And that he did! The attendance is listed as 25k, but it was so nasty I'd say about half that showed up, or at least stayed.
It was a crazy day. The NFL was on strike and that was the year the replacement players were brought in. I think it was the Browns and Pats playing that we caught a little of across the street on TV.


     — Peter, 05/23/2016 at 2:51 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 30, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Wiki has this game as the last game that actor, baseball player, pro basketball player, and pro football player Chuck Conners was in for the Cubs

     — Mark Smith, 05/02/2016 at 6:56 PM

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Re: THE DAY OF THE SLIDER---09/17/1951

When I told him that I just wanted to ask him something about the slider, he motioned to me to follow him away from the crowd at the clubhouse entrance and out in front of the ballpark, and he took some minutes to show me how to throw a good one.That encounter led to almost four years of some of the best pitching instruction one could ever hope to get, and I became a better pitcher as a result. I will always remember that.

     — Zita Carno, 04/13/2016 at 5:27 PM

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THE DAY OF THE SLIDER---09/17/1951

This was a game I will never forget, on a day which I will never forget. I was sixteen, and on this Monday I played hooky from school to go to the Yankees-Indians game, and I watched as Ed Lopat outpitched Bob Lemon for what had to be the gazillionth time, 2-1. I had an ulterior motive; I had been burning with curiosity about the slider, which I had heard a lot about and had seen thrown in games, and I thought that maybe I could ask one of the Yankee pitchers about it. The one I asked turned out to be Lopat, and after the game I caught up with him and just wanted to know if I could ask him something. He stopped n his tracks, looked at me, and then with four quiet words he had me in the palm of his hand. He said, in a calm voice that relaxed me immediately, "Go ahead---I'm listening." When I

     — Zita Carnoscroogie, 04/13/2016 at 5:12 PM

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THE DAY OF THE SLIDER---09/17/1951

This was a game I will never forget, on a day which I will never forget. I was sixteen, and on this Monday I played hooky from school to go to the Yankees-Indians game, and I watched as Ed Lopat outpitched Bob Lemon for what had to be the gazillionth time, 2-1. I had an ulterior motive; I had been burning with curiosity about the slider, which I had heard a lot about and had seen thrown in games, and I thought that maybe I could ask one of the Yankee pitchers about it. The one I asked turned out to be Lopat, and after the game I caught up with him and just wanted to know if I could ask him something. He stopped n his tracks, looked at me, and then with four quiet words he had me in the palm of his hand. He said, in a calm voice that relaxed me immediately, "Go ahead---I'm listening." When I

     — Zita Carnoscroogie, 04/13/2016 at 5:12 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - October 1, 1950 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was lucky enough to get to know Robin Roberts when h came to Vermont to help raise money for the Vermont Mountaineers in the Collegiate League. At dinner one night I asked him what Eddie Sawyer said to him after the first two men had gotten on base with the score tied 1-1 and the pennant on the line. I remember screaming into the radio"Leave Robbie in". Sawyer came to the mound and Gene Kelly, the Phillies announcer remarked that it was a short visit and he left Roberts to face Jackie Robinson. Roberts smiled and said Sawyer said two words-Walk Robinson. He did and after an unsuccessful sacrifice, Richie Ashburn threw out Cal Abrams trying to score from 2nd and Roberts got out of the jam, leading to Dick Sisler's 3 run homer in the 10th. By the way, Roberts had turned 24 on Sept. 30 and pitched the full 10 innings on 2 days rest.RIP, Robin, you gave my dad and I one of the great moments that we shared in front of that big console radio.

     — Allan Mackey, 04/13/2016 at 2:20 AM

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Re: Pictues - Los Angeles Dodgers versus Arizona Diamondbacks - April 5, 1999 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hi, Do you have any photos of this game? I am especially looking for photos of Left Field where I was sitting. We created the wave and had a blast at this game. I'm looking for any photos of the wave or any photos that might show our group in Left Field. Please send them if you do.

     — Chris, 04/03/2016 at 9:51 PM

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Re: New York Mets versus Baltimore Orioles - October 16, 1969 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

Looking for Shaun Fitsmaurice

     — Barry MacMaster, 03/28/2016 at 2:12 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Kansas City Royals - July 24, 1983 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is the infamous "Pine Tar Game".

     — Isaac Pasley, 03/25/2016 at 2:56 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Chicago White Sox - April 15, 1954 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first Oriole MLB game. I had been a fan of the AAA Orioles for 7 or so years when the Orioles made the show in 1954.
I sat in the upper deck third base side and had a clear view of Etch's first Oriole home run.


     — Stephen Gunther, 03/19/2016 at 9:47 AM

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Re: Colorado Rockies versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 3, 2001 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Any way to find actual footage of this whole game?

     — Andy, 03/14/2016 at 2:33 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Baltimore Orioles - September 16, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

One of Looie's greatest games.


     — Randy R Hill, 02/06/2016 at 11:35 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 22, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Tom Tresh also led off the bottom of the 10th and hit a walk-off homer. I was there. It was July 21st, not 22nd. And I believe it was Pete Ward, not Don Buford, that he robbed of the home run in the top of the inning.

     — Ray Hitchell, 01/18/2016 at 5:16 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus St. Louis Cardinals - April 29, 2011 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hoping to catch a game this season with my photo of Yadi at bat featured in this blog post. Our kids were ecstatic to see a win at that game. Thanks for the memories!!

     — Stephanie Finnell, 01/10/2016 at 11:27 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Montreal Expos - July 28, 1991 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

YES A PERFECT GAME IS EXCITING TO FOLLOW AS IT DEVELOPES DURING THE GAME.ALSO NO HITTERS ALSO GENERATE EXCITEMENT AS THEY PROGRESS TO A CLIMAX. THE PROBLEM I HAVE THERE RECENTLY SEEMS TO BE TOO MANY. THIS SEEMS TO DILUTE THE FEATS OF SOME OF ITS GLORY. MARTINEZ DESERVES HIS YES YES

     — JIM MARTIN, 11/05/2015 at 7:41 AM

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Re: Cubs vs Expos

AS A CUBS FAN THIS IS SOMETHING WORTH RESEARCHING. IT CERTAINLY WOULD HAVE BEEN A GREAT VICTORY AND HAD THAT BEEN THE CUSTOM AT THAT TIME THE VICTORY SONG WOULD HAVE BEEN SUNG. TOO BAD SOME OF THOSE RUNS COULDNT HAVE BEEN SAVED TO BE SCORED AT THE METS GAMES 2015

     — JIM MARTIN, 11/04/2015 at 8:08 AM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

BECAUSE I HAVE STATED IN THIS POST AND OTHERS ON THIS SITE THAT I WAS TEAM MATE OF DEAN CHANCE ON HIGH SCHOOL TEAM I WANT TO EXPRESS MY REGRET ON HIS PASSING RECENTLY. DEAN--- IT WAS ALWAYS EXCITING TO ME AS A FAN THAT I WAS YOUR FRIEND AND HAVE MANY MANY FOND MEMORIES.OF BASEBALL RIP

     — JIM MARTIN, 11/03/2015 at 9:47 PM

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Cubs vs Expos

Does anyone remember the game between the Cubs and the Montreal Expos around the 80's in which the Cubs came from way behind in the 9th inning to win the game? Cubs were down by about 8 to 12 runs. Most fans had left the park by late in the game when the Cubs finally got a hit with 2 outs in the bottom of the 9th. Game was uneventful for the Cubs in which Montreal dominated the game. I'm looking for the date of this game and if there is any available article out there about it.

     — Mark Secco, 10/22/2015 at 11:35 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Montreal Expos - July 28, 1991 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I consider myself a die hard Dodger fan. On July 28, 1991, is the day I realized that the game of baseball was bigger than anyone team. I found myself rooting for Dennis Martinez to finish off the Dodgers, which he did in impressive fashion. If memory serves me, I am pretty sure, that both starting pitchers in this game, had perfect games alive through 5 complete. However, Mike Morgan gave up a hit to the lead off hitter (Ron Hassey) in the top of the 6th. Once Morgan gave up that hit , most of the 45,560 people in Dodger stadium began to root for Dennis Martinez to complete the perfecto.

     — Brian Figueroa, 10/19/2015 at 4:41 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus St. Louis Cardinals - April 24, 1957

This was a close game and was tied 7-7 until Braves catcher Del Crandall won the game in the bottom of the 9th with a home run. The Braves also got HR's from Adcock. Aaron and Mathews. Del Ennis had one for the Cardinals. Stan Musial led the Cardinals with 3 singles.Taylor Phillips got the win for the Braves.

     — Rich Bell, 10/09/2015 at 4:59 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus California Angels - May 11, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Beautiful night and the night The Wave was brought to Tiger Stadium. A bunch of my fellow students from MSU went to the game and sat in the bleachers where a bunch of UM students were also seated. They yelled over to us to help them get a wave going so we did. We rocked the stadium all night and it continued all the way through the World Series.

     — Robert Gladstone, 10/06/2015 at 1:44 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 17, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at that game still have my ticket stub

     — andy lilly, 10/04/2015 at 1:49 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - July 16, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The best thing to do is to retrieve the box score and play-by-play from baseball-reference.com. It shows that Richardson singled and Mantle homered. Kubek was removed from the game during the top of the 8th inning, most likely due to an injury.

     — Richard Chester, 10/01/2015 at 11:33 AM

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Nw York Yankees vs. Cleveland Indians June 11, 1948

This is the first game that I remember seeing. I was 9 years old. The Indians took a 10-6 lead going into the bottom of the ninth. I remember Joe DiMaggio hitting a HR, a towering shot down the left field line. Then I remember Bob Feller, as a reliever, striking out PH Sherman Lollar to end the game with the tying and winning runs on base. I checked out the details via the box score. With Ed Klieman pitching for the Tribe he struck the first two batters, Tommy Henrich and John Lindell, Then came the DiMaggio HR. Next Gus Niarhos singled and Billy Johnson walked. Feller came in to relieve and George McQuinn singled to load the bases. Rizzuto walked making the score 10-8. Then Lollar pinch-hit for P Red Embree and struck out. I can still see it now, the last pitch was low and away and Lollar never came close to hitting it. Lollar was a RH batter facing the RH Feller so I guess the Yankees were out of LH batters.

     — Richard Chester, 09/27/2015 at 11:49 PM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - September 1, 1946 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Double header. Cubs won first game on questionable call in the 9th. Beer bottles rained down injuring many between games. Ewell blackwell pitched in 2nd. About right??

     — will allmandinger, 09/23/2015 at 8:38 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Chicago Cubs - April 23, 1957

The Braves lost their first game of the year in the 10th inning with a Home run by Cubs catcher Cal Neeman. Milwaukee had a opportunity to win with the bases loaded in the bottom of the 10th and catcher Del Crandall up with 2 outs. Hank Aaron went 2-5 with a double and 1 run. Bill Bruton had 3 singles, a intentional walk and a RBI. Milwaukee's 3-2 loss to the Cubs brings their record to 5-1 for the year.

     — Rich Bell, 09/21/2015 at 11:40 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Chicago Cubs - April 22, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Braves won this game 9-4 with Hank Aaron going 2-5 with a HR, 2B, 3R and 2RBI. Joe Adcock added a HR, 2BB and Bill Bruton had 3 singles with a BB. The Braves big righthander Gene Conley (6'8" 225 lbs) got his first save of the year. The Cubs committed 3 errors and Milwaukee moves to 5-0 for the year.

     — Rich Bell, 09/21/2015 at 2:41 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - June 29, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Will never forget this game. I was ten years old. All my boyhood baseball heroes were on the Tigers at the time. We were in Massachusetts vacationing as we did every year. This is the only game I've ever seen at Fenway. Tigers were down 4-0 in the ninth and started getting base hit after base hit, finally tying the score at 4-4. Then Bill Freehan steps up with the bases loaded and knocks a fly over the Green Monster for an 8-4 Tigers lead and a win after the bottom of the inning. My family was very excited. The fans around us were not so much, including my grandmother who was a big Sox fan.

     — DJ, 09/18/2015 at 8:34 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - July 16, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Larry i want you to know that i have had the same problem you experienced with memory. I always thought i had seen a player in a game for years till i reviewed by the archives on this site to find out that there was another player than the player in my memory. Yes more then just one game. Recently i have discovered this happened more then once in several games

     — JIM MARTIN, 09/16/2015 at 2:40 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 3, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Was at this double-header with my Dad. Three Rivers went crazy after Richie Hebner's inside - the - park home run in the bottom of the 13th to win the first game. When they interviewed him on KDKA's evening news, he said, "I was runnin' around the bases like a cop was chasing me."

     — Chris Jerin, 08/26/2015 at 3:32 PM

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August 7 1965

This was my first Tiger game. My dad took me I was 7 years old. I rmember it like it was yesterday. The green of the grass,the white of the uniforms and the smell of hotdogs in the air. The Mick even Homered in the 5th,4 rows below where I was sitting in left. I was hooked !

     — Greg, 08/24/2015 at 10:51 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - July 16, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

From Boston Globe of July 17, 1959. " Mantle then put it away with two out after Bobby Richardson singled in the 10th, hitting his first home run since June 23..."

     — Ken Revis, 08/15/2015 at 4:19 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - July 16, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

As you say, all the sources show that it was Richardson hitting the single. Kubek had one single that day, but was not on base when Mantle hit his home run. Have you checked the New York Times historical archives?

     — Ken Revis, 08/15/2015 at 10:26 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - July 16, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remember this game like it was yesterday. It was the first time I went to Yankee Stadium. I was 10 years old. In the 10th inning I left my seat and walked to the front railing close to home plate on the first base side. I stood there and watched the game. I was as close as you can get to home plate. Nobody bothered me probably because I was so young. Here's my problem: I have a vivid memory of Tony Kubek hitting a single and being on first prior to Mantle's home run that ended the game. However all the accounts of the game have Bobby Richardson hitting the single before Mantle's homer. I was a yankee fan since the age of eight and knew the players well. Kubek batted left and Richardson right plus Kubek was taller. I certainly could not mistake one for the other. I am very puzzled by this. I can't believe my memory could be faulty since it has always been vivid in my mind since that day. Could you help?

     — Larry Kleiman, 08/15/2015 at 6:00 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

GAME WAS RAINED OUT.SO MUCH FOR MY COMPLAINT SO I HOPE THERE ARE OTHERS THAT SHARE MY CONCERN ABUT BEING DENIED A GAME WE WANT TO SEE AND CANT AND THERE IS NO GOOD REASON

     — JIM MARTIN, 08/04/2015 at 7:14 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF BLACKOUT PROBLEM.CUBS D.H. FIRST GAME ON LOCAL CHANNEL THAT CARRIES WGN FEED SHOWED GAME, ALSO MLB CHANNEL ALSO HAD GAME. THE SECOND GAME NOT ON LOCAL CHANNEL BUT WAS ON MLB AGAIN EXCEPT NOT ON OUR CABLE SYSTEM MAKES NO SENSE.DUPLICATE COVERAGE THEN NONE.

     — JIM MARTIN, 08/03/2015 at 8:13 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

ESPN PIRATES-CUBS GAME BLACKED OUT 8-3-15 ON MY TV TONIGHT.I CANT VIEW THIS ANY OTHER WAY BECAUSE IN MY AREA WE ONLY GET WGN FEEDS. COULD SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHY IM DENIED THIS GAME. I COULD UNDERSTAND IF GAME WAS ON BY REGULAR STATION BUT ITS NOT MAKES NO SENSE AT ALL shame

     — JIM MARTIN, 08/03/2015 at 7:16 PM

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit

You're right. Pinky Higgins did get 12 consecutive hits in 1938. However, my post was referring to consecutive hits without a base on balls. Therefore, 12 consecutive hits in 12 appearances. I will correct this in the post. Thank you.

     — Ken Revis, 07/28/2015 at 1:49 PM

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Re: A New York Memory

To Sara: We have a couple of things in common. I also sat in the upper deck behind the plate. And what a bargain it was (especially for double-headers), only $1.25. For you it was just a quarter on Ladies Day. I remember Mel Allen saying "Mom and daughter each for a quarter". And they were great seats. When there were small crowds you could sit in the upper deck box seats. And my brother also got an Andy Carey foul ball.

     — Richard Chester, 07/24/2015 at 12:34 PM

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit

Pinky Higgins of the Red Sox got 12 consecutive hits in 1938.

     — Richard Chester, 07/23/2015 at 1:17 PM

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Re: New York Mets versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 20, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the second game I ever attended (the first one being a few weeks earlier on June 2nd vs the Dodgers) as a third grader growing up in Englewood, NJ.

I remember sitting in the left field upper deck and being part of a large crowd (well over 50,000) to see the defending NL champs on this Friday night. By this time, the Mets were comfortably over .500 and the fans were beginning to believe.

The Mets got to Bob Gibson and won the game 4-3....but not before Gibson hit a home run. I had thought that the Mets knocked Gibson out of the game, but apparently not. In doing some more research, I was astounded to see that Gibson made the last out of the game! That's something that you would never see today; the starting pitcher making the last out of the game!

Oh, by the way, the starting pitcher for the Mets was a young Nolan Ryan.


     — David Fox, 07/21/2015 at 11:27 AM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Los Angeles Dodgers - June 25, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my 1st major league baseball game going with my Mom and Dad to see Don Drysdale pitch. My Dad was a big Dodger fan. I was 8 years old. My memories Drysdale pitching and John Roseboro hitting a homerun.It being a huge crowd and the Braves winning the game. We had tickets to the next day to see Kofax pitch and could not find a hotel room and missed the chance to see Kofax pitch driving home. I am now a huge Braves fan and Dad at 84 is just as much a Braves fan as Dodger fan.

     — David Moore, 07/18/2015 at 9:24 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

AS A BASEBALL FAN I AM PUZZLED BY THE LACK OF FELLOW FANS USING THIS HUGE WONDERFUL SITE ALL ABOUT BASEBALL. BEING ABLE TO ACCESS GAMES EITHER AS A PLAY BY PLAY FROM THE ARCHIVES OR A INNING BY INNING RECAP OF GAMES FROM YEARS PAST. I CONSIDER THIS AS A TREASURE OF B.B. INFO

     — JIM MARTIN, 07/06/2015 at 2:11 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Minnesota Twins - October 1, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

THIS WAS LAST GAME OF SEASON. TWINS AND RED SOX TIED FOR A.L.LEAD. WINNER WENT DIRECTLY INTO WORLD SERIES THIS WAS BEFORE PLAYOFF FORMAT.AFTER 161 REGULAR SEASON GAMES GAME 162 WAS FOR DIRECT WORLD SERIES TRIP FOR WINNER. MY FRIEND DEAN CHANCE GOT BEAT BY RED SOX EXCITING

     — JIM Martin, 07/06/2015 at 1:54 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Texas Rangers - April 18, 2007 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

AJ Pierzynski no hitter 2 current Braves players in lineups Juan uribe and Pierzynski

     — Emily petrillo, 06/30/2015 at 10:55 AM

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Re: Washington Senators versus New York Yankees - July 4, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Mickey Mantle should have won the MVP award in 1958

     — Richard Blinkhorn, 06/15/2015 at 8:49 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 25, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

In the top of the sixth. Clemente hit a one-out single. Project Retrosheet incorrectly describes Stargell's hit by reporting, "Stargell hits a line drive into left field. The ball bounces into the stands for a ground rule double. Clemente moves to third." (Think about that. How could a ball bounce into the left field stands at Wrigley Field?) On the ball Stargell hit, someone opened a door that was adjacent to the left-field line, and the ball went through the doorway. The door was then closed. There was no ground rule for this situation, but the umpires ruled that Stargell had to stop at second, and Clemente would have gotten no farther than third if the door had not been opened while the ball was in play.

     — Richard Zaborsky, 05/18/2015 at 7:39 PM

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Re: Minnesota Twins versus Detroit Tigers - July 29, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Remember this double header pretty well. Tigers @ Twins
with Lolich & McLain going for Detroit. I figured a sweep. It was a sweep all right. Twins swept Detroit.


     — John O'Dea, 05/14/2015 at 9:28 PM

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Re: Dierker loses perfect game in 9th v. Mets 1966

See my comment under "die loses"

     — Gordonludwig , 05/02/2015 at 8:08 PM

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Die rare loses perfect game in 9th v. Mets 1966

I was an 11 year old and "think " I remember like yesterday.
Question is, after Bressoud moves to 3d on wild pitch, don't Astros bring in infield, and Hunt's " line drive to right" really a hard hit grounder that Morgan misses after going to a knee?


     — GordonLudwig , 05/02/2015 at 8:06 PM

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Re: California Angels versus Cleveland Indians - August 16, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Right around this time on a sunday afternoon, The Angels won a 3-1 game when Aurelio Rodriguez got their only hit of the game, a wind blown triple in old colossal Cleveland Municipal. Jim McGlothlin had gone 4 months without a victory. I will look thru this site to confirm what i'm trying to share here.

     — rg, 04/23/2015 at 11:16 PM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Atlanta Braves - September 5, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there and ran on the field from my third base seat. I put a beer cup on 2nd base, ran to the right field exit, and suddenly stopped to shake hands with Hank Aaron. Jumped the short railing back into the stands, and quickly grabbed by security. Off to jail by the Cincinnati PD, and faced with trespassing and Disorder Conduct. About 40 members of my “THE Club” took a bus from Skips Tavern in St. Bernard, Ohio to see the Reds and Braves ballgame at Crosley Field. Since I did not return to the bus they figure out I had a problem. On their return, they passed a hat and a few sober ones traveled to the police station and bailed me out. Saw Judge Nurre the next morning the judge dropped the trespassing and I pleaded no contest on the DC. The story would come up every so often among my friends but I never told it outside my circle until I retired. Now it is a great memory and a fun story from September 5, 1969.

     — Bud Leonhardt, 04/19/2015 at 4:12 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus New York Giants - May 26, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first game I ever attended. How well I remember that first glimpse of emerald green grass at Ebbets Field. My father bought two box seats behind first base, and we were close enough to Gil Hodges that he could hear an appreciative fan near us. (He turned in our direction, smiling.) Snider homered for the Dodgers, Ray Jablonski for the Jints, and the Bums prevailed. In my memory the final score was 5-3. Oh yes, the Dodgers' starting pitcher was a local boy who had played baseball and basketball at Lafayette High School: Sandy Koufax.

     — David Lehman, 04/18/2015 at 11:54 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Boston Red Sox - April 12, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

How many pitches did Reggie Cleveland throw in his 12 inning performance if you know?

     — Scott Remy, 04/11/2015 at 12:25 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Brooklyn Dodgers - September 30, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is the first game I ever saw! I was 8 years old, sat in the left field upper deck. What I remember is the Campanella triple to center right under me and Robinson's home run in the 14th to my right.

     — bill mcknight, 03/11/2015 at 9:56 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - April 7, 1988 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I grabbed a fair ball down the right field line in the corner seat hit by Jim Morrison.. I have the ball in my trophy case and found this site. I did have a video but must have recorded over it.
My 15 minutes of fame. everyone left cause the Sox were getting beat.


     — Dennis Bean, 02/07/2015 at 4:18 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Chicago Cubs - August 24, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

you what time the game start? thanks

     — luis eduardo vega, 02/05/2015 at 8:14 PM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus Cleveland Indians - May 30, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I went to George Washington HS (New York, NY) with George.
I was the student-manager of the team my last two years. George was a great HS pitcher. Followed his career from the minors up.
Other major leaguers I know went to GW: Arnie Portocarrero, Rod Carew, Manny Ramirez.


     — Abe Goteiner, 02/03/2015 at 2:53 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Milwaukee Braves - August 25, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have a Type III wire photo of Warren Spahn and Bob Hazle celebrating their victory over the Phillies. Hazle hit two 3-run homers and had 6 RBI that day. The photo shows Spahn hugging Hazle. They are holding 3 baseballs, presumably to honor the 3-run shots.

     — Larry McNiesh, 01/31/2015 at 8:31 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - July 9, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Ernie Banks as a great player and an even greater human offers as an example of what can be achieved. He was given opportunity that had not been there for him until 1947 when there was change made for the good of all.The important thing was he had ability to excel,to have the ability to become the super star he was.was always the best ambassador for all!!!

     — Jim Martin, 01/26/2015 at 1:32 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - July 9, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

CORRECTION Phils 23 game losing streak in 1961 was from July 29 thru ist game of doubleheader August 20.I should of checked this before I posted the previous comment. Anyways i just felt the need to post my memories of having watch Ernie Banks play in person. He was not only great player but very fine human being. Truly a legend. RIP One of a kind

     — Jim Martin, 01/24/2015 at 10:58 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - July 9, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

A sunday double header.Cubs won both games.Phils were in middle of 23 game losing streak.Ernie Banks had 2 hits each game.He was alert at ss position. He roamed around as if to get in best fielding spot at all times.Ball in 2nd game got lost in the vines in center for ground rule double.Games were typical for wrigley field was both teams hit and scored a lot of runs

     — Jim Martin, 01/24/2015 at 10:42 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - July 4, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Anyone remeber this game? Any witnesses to Virgil breaking a bat?? Does anyone remember Ty Cobb at this game????

     — tony zaccardelli, 01/20/2015 at 1:00 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - July 4, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have a bat cracked by Ozzie Virgil, either this game or other played during this doubleheader. Anyone remember or witness Ty Cobb in the stands?????

     — tony zaccardelli, 01/20/2015 at 12:57 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - June 1, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at that game. It was a Knothole Club game so I got a free ticket. Hal Jeffcoat hit a home run in the game.





     — Bill Groves, 01/19/2015 at 4:26 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Chicago White Sox - August 15, 1981 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

When was the first day Cal Ripken was on the Oriole team , where he was actually at the stadium ? I have a ticket from Saturday August 1981 and was told that was his first day.
THANKS


     — Alex Gregg , 01/19/2015 at 1:23 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Cleveland Indians - July 18, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first game. Went with my grandfather.

     — Howard, 01/13/2015 at 7:15 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Milwaukee Brewers - July 17, 2000 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Does anyone know how I can get a recording of this game?

Thanks


     — Luke, 01/12/2015 at 2:50 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Minnesota Twins - October 1, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was on post patrol with another M.P. at Phu Loi, Vietnam. The other M.P. was from Minnesota and me being a Red Sox fan from Maine, made for a pretty good rivaly. With the time change, we were listening to the game in the middle of the night. Jim was driving and I was in the passengers seat. We parked behind a tented Company compound to listen to the game on my cheap little transister radio. We were hiding as we weren't supposed to be listening to civilian radio's while on duty. In the Military Police Jeep, the toggle switches for the siren and red light were on the panel in front of the shotgun M.P., which was me. When the Red Sox scored their first run, I got all excited and lifted my leg up and hit the switch for the siren. At Phu Loi the siren was the signal for incoming fire. All these troops are running out of their tents and into their bunkers. I finally found the switch in the darkness and got it shut off, but the damage was already done. We got out of there and headed for the

     — Ron Kidder, 01/10/2015 at 10:18 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - May 30, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

May 30, 1951 was Memorial Day on a Wednesday which was celebrated on the 30th of May not as a long weekend as today. It was Joe DiMaggio's last year as a Yankee. Drove to Fenway with my parents from Pawtucket, RI for a Sox-Yankee DH on a warm sunny day. What could be better!
The first game went 15 innings with Vern Stevens homering to end the game which took on 4 hr 19 min. The Sox took the second game 9 to 4. Ted Williams went 7 for 13 in the two games with two singles, three doubles, a triple and a home run. Joe D. went 4 for 10 with two singles, a triple and a home run. Seeing both Ted a Joe both hitting a triple and a home run each was a great thrill for a young boy!
Appreciate being able to download those two games which I have thought about many times over the years.

Carl Reetz


     — Carl R. Reetz Season Ticket # 418797, 01/07/2015 at 2:16 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Milwaukee Brewers - August 5, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remember sitting in the centerfield bleachers for this double header with my father (I was 13). Brent Strom had a no-hitter through 6-2/3 innings. When he gave up the first hit, the guy next to us slammed his plastic Indians helmet onto the ground, shattering it into many pieces...lol.

     — Garry Lauter, 01/05/2015 at 1:40 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Milwaukee Braves - September 24, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Phillies were so close to winning the 1964 pennant that i remember world series tickets were even printed. I remember a man i knew had some as a collectors item.But that 10 game losing streak at end of season done them in.Manager Gene Mauck had a track record of his teams blowing pennants. A good manager but unfortunate endings

     — Jim Martin, 11/12/2014 at 10:06 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - June 21, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the very first Major League baseball game I remember attending. I was 8 yrs old and remember rooting for the Cubs because I didn't like the Reds uniforms. I attended with my dad and grandpa.

     — Stephen W. Short, 10/30/2014 at 8:20 AM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Milwaukee Braves - September 10, 1954 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game only last into the bottom of the 5th because of rains pouring on the stadium due the nearing of Hurricane Edna into the New York area. The game was interrupted several times due to downpours and even when play was in session it was often raining. Around 12:45 a.m. (the game started at 7:55 p.m.) the umpires finally called the game and later in the night it was determined it was a complete game rather than a suspended one as it reached the bottom of the 5th with the home team winning. There was a lot of controversy of this ruling in addition to even why the game was allowed to take place with Hurricane Edna so close to the area. According to the New York Times it took Edna 17 hours to get by the area leaving behind 4:98 inches of rain and gale force winds into the city. Another game that evening --the Phillies hosting the Cubs -- was canceled due to Edna's rains.

     — Gregg Eckols, 10/20/2014 at 8:28 PM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - May 31, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game. Full house at old Arlington Stadium. Catfish Hunter was dominating throughout the game and very nearly recoded a no-hitter. Tovar got a broken bat single just out of reach of the Yanks infield for the only Rangers hit. Catfish was quoted after the game as saying it was one of the best games he ever pitched.

     — Robert, 10/16/2014 at 10:52 AM

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Re: Stats for best player

For those that are serious about what saber metrics is in relation to performance in baseball by all means go to the MLB segment where Ken Hawk Harrelson is interviewed by Brian Kenney and Harold Reynolds. I really believe this to be food for thought about what really is important in winning teams and the individual players that can contribute to a win. MOST IMPORTANT. TWTW The Will TO WIN YES YES

     — Jim Martin, 10/10/2014 at 7:48 AM

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Re: Stats for best player

It would seem to me that the subject of stats needs to be totally and i mean totally re-evaluated after what has just happened in 2014 play-offs.ROYALS beat OAKLAND AND ANGELS THAT had super offense stats by having lowest home run and walks totals yet being able to sweep.Also TIGERS had what seemed better offense and pitching yet got SWEPT by Baltimore

     — Jim Martin, 10/07/2014 at 11:44 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Seattle Mariners - August 5, 2001 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

One of the greatest come-backs of all time. Indians were behind 14-2 but came back to win 15-14. As i grew up an Indians fan this was a very special game experience for me. As luck would have I had just hooked up to local cable day before and as this was a Sunday night ESPN TV game I got to view it. Hows that for luck. THIS Very special for base ball fan

     — Jim Martin, 10/06/2014 at 2:27 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Milwaukee Braves - September 24, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Only just over 17,000 fans watched W. Blasingame beat Jim Bunning while in the thick (and lead) of a rare pennent race for the Phils. J. Torre hit two triples. This would become the 4th loss of a 10 game losing streak to blow the NL pennent! Chi-Chi Olivo would save the game for the Braves.

     — Lou Calabrese, 09/24/2014 at 11:17 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - September 24, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I need to add to previous comment in reply to Danny Lehrman comment 1952 awareness of baseball. AS Indian fan of the early 50's they had very good teams. only problem was in same league with YANKEES.Finished 2nd to them 51 52 53 55 56.ONLY won 1st in 54 but got swept by GIANTS.Feller Wynn Lemon Garcia Score Rosen Doby Easter Avila great players

     — Jim Martin, 09/23/2014 at 2:57 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - September 24, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Danny Lehrman i share your baseball awareness as 1952 also was the start of my baseball awareness. AS i grew up in Ohio the Indians were my team. Then having moved to Michana-- that being Goshen Elkhart South Bend In and Niles MI I've also become Tigers Cubs Sox fans as when they had a reason to root for them. also Dean Chance was HS teammate. So i have reason for being fan of BASEBALL

     — Jim Martin, 09/19/2014 at 7:07 PM

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Re: Florida Marlins versus Kansas City Royals - May 18, 2008 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hi Jim,
Interesting stat you mentioned about MattTupman. I looked him up and he was a catcher for the KCR. He pinch hit in that game batting in the 6th spot and got a single. He had a nice minor league career eventually resigning with the Arizona Diamonbacks in 2009 and playing for the Mobile Baybears in the AA Southern League. You might try Rare Sports Films or google the game to get a video.


     — Richard, 09/11/2014 at 12:01 AM

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Re: Florida Marlins versus Kansas City Royals - May 18, 2008 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

As i have stated in other posts Babe Ruths comment that baseball is the only real game.This is his quote on a video i have by HBO films. What other sport would the one and only appearece of a player be of interest to the point of having his bat in a memorable shop. baseball has many many many stats that fans hold dear. NO OTHER SPORT LIKE IT. A TOP FAN

     — Jim Martin, 09/10/2014 at 8:24 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 28, 1995 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

What a great site - I caught the Homerun that John Mabry hit in this game...

     — Jim Mobley, 09/10/2014 at 6:13 AM

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Re: Florida Marlins versus Kansas City Royals - May 18, 2008 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I ran across an interesting stat a few months ago. Matt Tupman is the last player to record a base hit in his only major league at bat. It has not happened too often only 21 times in the history of baseball dating back to 1874. And only 4 times since 1950. I found myself after clicking a link in a obscure sports memorabilia shop and ran across the actual game bat that was used for that once in a lifetime event for Matt Tupman so I bought the bat. It is signed by him also. Kinda cool I thought. Just wondered if anyone was there that day or if anyone knows where to get a video of the game.

     — Jim Mobley, 09/10/2014 at 3:17 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Cincinnati Reds - April 21, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Braves took 3 games from the Reds and won this game 3-1. Del Crandall led the braves going 2-3 with a double and 2 RBI'S.

Note: Warren Spahn, the pitcher in this game, is rated #3 in the all time Braves list with a WAR of 99.


     — Richard, 09/09/2014 at 1:03 PM

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Stats for best player

Sabermetrics are being more widely accepted to determine a players value. What do think is the best stat or stats to use in determining who is a teams best player?


Richard- CLW, FL / MPS, MN


     — Richard, 09/09/2014 at 7:09 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Cincinnati Reds - April 20, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was a close game where the Braves beat the Reds 5-4. Del Crandall was the player of the game going 3-4 with a home run. Milwaukee is now 3-0 for the season.

     — Richard, 09/09/2014 at 6:38 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 8, 1956 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

Hi Murray,
The Baseball Reference site is one of the best and they do not list Sal "the Barbers" pitch count. He faced 29 batters in that game so hope that helps. Also Rare Sports Films has a DVD and radio call of the game and you could count out the pitches and batters to find Maglie's pitch count. Have a good day.


     — Richard Bell, 09/09/2014 at 5:41 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Milwaukee Braves - April 16, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The 1957 Milwaukee Braves are one of my favorite baseball teams. This was their opening game of the year with the Braves winning over the Cubs 4-1. Johnny Logan went 2-4 with a home run and 4 assists in the field. Warren Spahn pitched a good game giving up 4 hits and 1 run with 5 strike outs. Bill Bruton, the Braves CF, was considered by many to be the fastest man in the league and he had a stolen base in this game.

     — Richard Bell, 09/09/2014 at 1:43 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Cincinnati Reds - April 18, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the 2nd game of the year for the Braves. Hank Aaron hit a home run in the 6th inning and that was enough for the Braves to beat reds 1-0. Bill Bruton, CF, had 2-3 at the plate with 3 put outs in the field. The Braves pitching was excellent with Lew Burdette throwing a 6 hit shutout. He went 1-2 with a double.

     — Richard, 09/09/2014 at 12:59 AM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus New York Mets - October 4, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there that day with my grandfather and brother. Later we camped out in line to get tix for the first day of the Series against the Yankees. Heady stuff for a 17 year-old!

And no playoffs. You don't win the pennant in the regular season you go home!


     — Greg Bowcott, 09/07/2014 at 7:47 PM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus California Angels - October 1, 1976 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Best game I ever saw. Both pitchers were masterful, their determination visible. It was hard to see either lose.

     — Nicolas Clifford, 08/29/2014 at 3:10 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Cleveland Indians - July 5, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We attended this game.Was a very close game Indians ahead 1-0 going into bottom of 7th inning. Skowron on with single.Hansen laid bunt down and McDowell over threw 1st base and ball rolled down RF line.Your description said he JUGGLED ball. No he overthrew. How else would Skowron have scored all way from 1st base?Sox won 3-1good win

     — Jim Martin, 08/25/2014 at 6:53 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - July 2, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remember listening to this game on WGN radio.Announcers Vince Lloyd and Lou Boudreau went wildly mad with excitement. Cubs actually took lead in National LEAGUE PENNANT race. This was before division format.For a brief period in race Cubs actually in FIRST PLACE.All were excited but was not to last.But still wonderful memory

     — Jim Martin, 08/25/2014 at 5:52 PM

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Re: Back to Baseball Tidbits

I like baseball, especially the stolen bases.

     — Marc, 08/18/2014 at 2:28 PM

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Re: Seattle Mariners versus Kansas City Royals - June 5, 1989 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

THE GREATEST THROW IN BASEBALL HISTORY.

     — Mike, 08/17/2014 at 1:48 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 16, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first major league baseball game. Saw a double header: Was in the Navy stationed at Long Beach. The world champion Dodgers '63 vs the would be champions, St. Louis Cardinals later that year ('64) How can I obtain a copy of this score sheet? Thanks

     — Dale Meador, 08/16/2014 at 5:10 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - August 29, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first game my Dad took me to see, when I was a kid. Including Whitey Ford (who pitched 5 innings of relief) and the two managers, there were 9 Hall-of-Famers in that game! I have a framed replica of the Aug 30, 1957, Chicago Daily Tribune's front sports page hanging on my wall, with 6 photos from that game. 50 years later, on August 29, 2007, I got my first foul ball at a Giants game in SF.

     — Steve Cowan, 08/16/2014 at 2:22 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Chicago Cubs - June 28, 1970 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Please be sure to make a special note or asterisk indicating that this is the final game played at Forbes Field.

     — Jeff Barto, 08/09/2014 at 10:16 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Kansas City Athletics - June 11, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at the game visiting from KC. I was surprised at the number of fans rooting against the Yankees. I saw the impressive catch that Herzog made. So did New York Herald Tribune Photographer Ted Kell. A blow up of his photo has adorned the wall of Dixon's Famous Chili Parlor in Kansas City for many years. I have been searching for a print of my own which is why I am here. I did not remember Herzog having to be replaced but this SI article tells the story. http://www.si.com/vault/1959/06/22/607159/catch-as-catch-can

     — David Easterday, 08/09/2014 at 12:02 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - May 4, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Andy Carey's homer in the fifth inning was a blast off the left field upper deck façade. The ball bounce off the façade back toward the infield. This game was play on a very cold day. I would say a bitter cold day in Chicago.

     — Robert Fenili, 08/05/2014 at 11:22 PM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - July 12, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I will reply to the demolition-disco game comment. Yes i remember this very much.This was twi-night double header between Tigers -White Sox.I was going to watch 2nd game as WKZO Kalamazoo was televising tigers games.But back then there would only be like 1 game a week on TV.Because of promotion gone bad had to forfeit. so no game to be watched

     — Jim Martin, 08/02/2014 at 1:34 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - June 28, 1980 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

That home run by Joe Charboneau was into the third deck at old Yankee Stadium.This was only the Third time it was reached. Previously only JIMMIE FOXX and FRANK HOWARD had hit there. Charboneau was rookie of year 1980. Was one year wonder Holds record for fewest career games played by rookie of year winner. also was quite a character.

     — Jim Martin, 08/02/2014 at 11:20 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - July 12, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Game was supposed to start at 8:05 pm EDT.
Game actually ended at 2:55 am EDT.
Game actually started at 10:21 pm due to rain delay. Two additional rain delays during the game.
Based on actual time of game played it is not long, but from original start time to actual end time it was 6:50, which could be construed as the longest non-suspended game in Cubs history.
Same night as Disco Demolition at Comiskey Park.


     — Rus, 08/01/2014 at 12:36 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - September 6, 2003 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I need to post correction to previous statement. It was Yankees victory of 16- 3 and not 16-0 as i had stated. Pirates victories were close over yankees and Yankees were blowouts. still Pirates were the 1960 world champs so i give them credit for that.

     — Jim Martin, 07/31/2014 at 11:32 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Atlanta Braves - May 21, 2012 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I went and it was a late Birthday present from my then fiance. Those tickets wand that trip was probably the best fun we ever had together and she don't like baseball either!

     — Chris, 07/31/2014 at 5:46 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - September 6, 2003 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Yes i can understand your feelings as your team lost in 1960 world series. I have always believed YANKEES won the moral victory.they beat PIRATES 16-0 10-0 12-0 THEIR VICTORIES. OUTHIT THEM 91-60 OUTSCORED THEM 55-27 OUTBATTED .338-256 OUTHOMERED 10-4.PIRATES MANAGED TO SCRAPE 4 WINS SO CHAMPIONS. Also i have

     — Jim Martin, 07/30/2014 at 1:47 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - July 1, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

MLB later removed this from the record book as a no hitter. the reason was since White Sox were the home team they only batted for 8 innings and no hitter has to be full 9 innings. Also some other no hitters removed such as Dean Chance perfect game called after 5 innings due to rainout.

     — Jim Martin, 07/29/2014 at 2:37 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

I need to post a correction. DAVID ORTIZ pep talk was in 4th game of WORLD SERIES not the playoff game against TIGERS as my previous post I apologize for this error. maybe the curse has rubbed off on me. BASEBALL GREATEST GAME THERE IS. AS BABE RUTH said-- only real game.Eat your heart out NFL NBA

     — Jim Martin, 07/28/2014 at 7:52 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

As upset as i was the next day and needed to find a quiet spot i have aiways wondered WHY NOThave a player that could have given a david ortize




The next day i sought a quiet place to get over the shock of the 8th inning meltdown thanks to BARTMAN. But why not have a spark ignitor the next game such as David Ortiz did for the Red Sox in that critical play off game against tigers. I mean come on CUBS YOU STILL had game 7 that you could have won. Well i guess there really is a CURSE WELL






     — Jim Martin, 07/28/2014 at 7:13 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

This was my birthday and i was so excited that the CUBS were just 1 game from finally going to the world series. The excitement grew and grew as the 8th inning started. CUBS NOT IN SERIES since 1945.Finally i thought about to happen.All fans know what happened. the next day i was off form work and just had to find a quiet place to get over loss.

     — Jim Martin, 07/26/2014 at 10:14 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - June 28, 1980 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game at Yankee Stadium.Growing up in New York I must have attended over 200 to 250 games in my lifetime. This was a memorable night when Cleveland outfielder Joe Charboneau hit the longest home run I had ever seen in the 2nd inning against Tom Underwood . I will never forget that home run

     — Louis, 07/22/2014 at 10:06 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first Yankee and my hero mickey mantle hits a grand slam met him latter on in life

     — steve plancey, 07/19/2014 at 8:49 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Minnesota Twins - May 18, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Was There.With 2 Out In 9th Inning, Mickey Mantle Tried To Beat Out An Infield Single. About 10 Feet From First Base,He Tore A Leg Muscle And Fell Face Down Running Full Speed! Will NEVER Forget That Moment.It Looked Like He Was Shot! A Scary Sight To See. I Was (Nearly) 9 Years Old. (He Did Come Back To Win MVP That Year).

     — STEVE PASTORE, 07/15/2014 at 10:50 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Cleveland Indians - August 25, 1960 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first MLB game at eight years old. My dad took me with two cousins .I remember Ted Williams, Vic Wertz's grand slam and bald head plus Don Newcombe too.Lots of great names in this game and only time I saw Ted Williams.

     — Steve lombardi, 07/15/2014 at 9:33 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - September 6, 2003 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game was my 1st game I ever saw at Yankee Stadium. I am a huge Yankee fan. I started following the Yankees in 1960. When the Pirates beat the Yankees in 7 games I cried. I was 10 yrs. old. I have followed the Yankees ever since. We had great seats right behind home plate behind the screen near the field. I still get goosebumps thinking about the 1st time I saw Yankee Stadium. I just recently found out that my wife spent 1000 dollars on these tickets. I guess she loves me. This game was also on my birthday. Even though they lost 11-0 I had a great time. My wife and I spent some time in New York City also. We had a great time sightseeing. PRICELESS!!

     — Clifford Provost, 07/15/2014 at 7:43 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - June 24, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have to correct my own comment regarding Jim Northrups 3rd plate appearance with the bases loaded- I confused this game with the June 29, 1968 game where Northrup had a a third grand slam in the same week. He had another plate appearance with the bases loaded in THAT game but he struck out. Seems like Northrup was always coming up with the bases loaded that year and most of the time, he delivered. Thanks to this program, I am able to re-live these games (and refresh my faulty memory!) love it!

     — Peter Hilss, 07/15/2014 at 1:27 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - June 24, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remember listening to this game on the radio and Jim Northrup actually came up with the bases loaded for a third time (after his two grand slams) but he made on out on that plate appearance (don't recall how he was retired)

     — Peter Hilss, 07/15/2014 at 12:55 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus San Francisco Giants - July 13, 1991 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I love this game. Darren Lewis made his debut (with no name on his jersey) for the Giants... Rod Beck in his first appearance of his second (and ultimately permanent) recall from the minors... Will Clark and John Kruk both hunting for the NL batting crown... Rain delay of nearly two hours... Greg Litton's birthday... Home plate umpire Jerry Crawford nearly threw out Phillies' pitching coach Johnny Podres in the first inning for arguing pitches from the dugout. Crawford was captured on TV yelling into the dugout, "We don't need you here!"

     — Kevin Lacy, 07/08/2014 at 9:03 PM

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Re: Minnesota Twins versus New York Yankees - August 1, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The only baseball game that my Dad and I attended was this game. My mother was also there along with my 5 year old brother, Mike. At the time I was 14. I remember very little of the game other than being there. One play did stick with me and that was Mickey Mantle stealing 3rd base uncontested. I know he also hit a home run but memory of that escapes me.

     — Daniel Krenn, 07/06/2014 at 3:21 AM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - July 1, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Andy Hawkins pitched the sixth no-hitter in the majors this season and the third in less than 48 hours, but lost 4-0 to the Chicago White Sox on two outfield errors in the eighth inning.

     — Dave Klement, 07/02/2014 at 11:25 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Baltimore Orioles - July 2, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I kept score of this game from my home in Connecticut, listening to the Orioles radio broadcast on WBAL. The page of the Orioles batters is beautiful, 3 batters 3 outs in each inning. I think it was just as good as any no-hitter.

     — Jim Bitgood, 06/29/2014 at 5:34 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Milwaukee Braves - August 11, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

First Pirate game i ever saw. Was 14 and visiting family that summer and a friend of family took me to this night game. It was hot, humid and i remember two things. Ted Kluszewski had the sleeves cut off and huge, massive arms. When he took a cut he almost twisted into the ground. The fans yelled KLU! KLU! KLU! It was a night game.
We sat right behind the catcher behind some wire screen. Warren Spahn was soaking wet from the waist up. Dr. Hill showed how to fill out the program record of the game. He told us all about Roberto Clemente and what a special talent he possessed. I can remember these things even today. Been a Pirate fan ever since. Had tickets and had planned to attend Faith Night but health prevented us from being able to purchase travel insurance so had to stay home. We are Canadians. Was also in Montreal the last week of the 79 season and saw the entire series and the Pirates clinched the division. There were about 79,000 at every game. I am certainly blessed to be a Pi


     — Bob Wheelan, 06/28/2014 at 5:24 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Chicago Cubs - September 9, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Turned the game on the radio and Lou Boudreau said, "After 5 complete innings - the Cubs, no runs and no hits; the Dodgers, no runs and no hits". A double no-hitter by Sandy Koufax and Cub lefty, Bob Hendley was in progress. I sat glued to the radio as Hendley eventually gave up the only hit of the game - a bloop double by Lou Johnson - that did not figure in the game's only run. An error did, but I listened as Koufax struck out the last 6 batters. Ernie Banks said, "He just tried to blow it by us - and he did!" Despite being a lifetime Cub fan, being a LH high school pitcher, I loved watching Koufax. He was my favorite pitcher. A friend had asked me earlier that day, who was pitching against the Cubs that night. I said it was Koufax and my buddy said, "Hah! 2-hit shutout!" I replied that he would probably pitch a no-hitter. True story. And that was the last time the Cubs have been no-hit. Ironically, Koufax and Hendley matched up a week later at Wrigley Field - and the Cubs and Hendle

     — Bill Siems, 06/26/2014 at 12:41 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - July 2, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The MOST memorable game I've ever seen at Wrigley Field. "Change that flag! Change that flag!" the Cub fans shouted until the staff put the Cub pennant above St.Louis'. We had to park around Southport -rare at that time. It literally looked like a freedom march walking to the ball park. We PAID someone to let us in line for the bleachers. It was said that 10,000 were turned away at the gate that day! Announced attendance was over 36,000 - There were over 41,000 if there was any! After the game, fans poured onto the field, even hanging down from the bleachers (this was before the basket and the main reason for it in 1970). Ernie Banks was on the DL but led a parade after the game outside Wrigley Field. What an experience! Sweet for me as my first games at Wrigley Field were 10 years earlier, vs the Reds and the Cubs lost a Sunday double-header. I doubt I will be there when they clinch a NL pennant, and at age 66, maybe not able to enjoy it in this world. My mouth got dry despite drinkin

     — Bill Siems, 06/26/2014 at 12:16 AM

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Re: New York Mets versus Houston Astros - August 21, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game. Only time Beauchamp hit more than one HR in a game. I remember telling my folks that he was gonna hit another - and he hit a walkoff one to win it

     — Larry, 06/24/2014 at 12:51 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Atlanta Braves - September 7, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Does anyone know if an audio recording of the play-by-play broadcast is available? A distant cousin of mine Picted in the 7th and 8th innings, and I would love to find a recording of those innings.....

     — Mike Rakow, 06/17/2014 at 2:37 PM

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Re: Seattle Mariners versus Chicago White Sox - June 5, 2013 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Yes i remember this very much. I watched it on WGN TV. going into 14th inning score was 0-0. WHITE SOX scored 5 runs only for MARINERS score 5 runs in bottom of 14th. HAWK had a fit.WHITE SOX scored 2 runs in 16th to win 7-5.Game lasted over 5 hours

     — Jim Martin, 06/17/2014 at 10:05 AM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus Minnesota Twins - July 18, 1998 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Ochoa threw Henderson out at the plate and I'd love to see a replay if I could find it ... one of the funniest baseball plays I've ever seen.

     — Andy Loigu, 06/17/2014 at 7:48 AM

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Re: Montreal Expos versus Cincinnati Reds - July 21, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there for this game. I was 13 and my 23 year old brother and I took the train from Toronto to Montreal. Still have the pictures. This was part of Rose's hitting steak

     — Adam Harwood, 06/12/2014 at 4:48 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

The 1967 American League four team pennant race down to the wire is for me the best by far of determining the World Series representative. The regular season games are all important and mean everything to get into World Series.Now with all the extra tier of playoff games and getting later and later and the fall weather always a problem i wonder.

     — Jim Martin, 06/10/2014 at 10:30 AM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

AS i have stated in other posts DEAN CHANCE is my high school team mate and good friend. I was at two games during 1967 season that Dean went into 9th inning only for White Sox to rally and come from behind to beat Dean and Twins.The fact that Twins lost pennant by only 1 game--Got beat by Red Sox last game i must have jinxed him.He forgives. ha ha.

     — Jim Martin, 06/09/2014 at 2:01 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Minnesota Twins - July 7, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I got there early and waited outside visiting team entrance til my high school team mate Dean Chance arrived. Went in
cominsky with him. shook hands with Rod Carew. Dean had lead of 1-0 in 9th inning.Sox started rally and scored 2 runs in bottom of 9th to come from behind.this loss a factor as Twins would end 1967 season 1 game back of Red Sox.


     — Jim martin, 06/08/2014 at 10:14 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Cleveland Indians - June 27, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was listening to game on radio while at work. Last of 8th DICK WILLIAMS hit ball headed over right field fence. Al Luplow leaped over fence and caught ball as he was going over fence and landed head first into bull pen.One of all time great catches at Fenway Park.Indians won so catch a game saver. i grew up indians fan so very special

     — jim martin, 06/08/2014 at 9:35 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. August 29, 1972. Murcer hits for the cycle.

I loved Bobby Murcer In fact I thought that he was going to be the heir to the centerfield greats of Yankees past. He did not disappoint in this game and for me his career was very admirable. But it wasn't to be and the search for a future Yankee great would eventually shift to the position which the last great center fielders(Mantle,Tresh) had start--Shortstop..And although Derek Jeter stayed at short, another great Yankee,Tom Tresh, deserves mention in the 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. Please look into the game played on July 21st,1965. Tresh made a game saving and inning ending catch in the 10 inning and
followed with it with a first up in the inning walk off home run.


     — Jim , 06/05/2014 at 8:18 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 22, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I'm sorry this comment should have been for the game played the day before on 7/21/65.

     — jim , 06/05/2014 at 8:03 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 22, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Over the years the media has tried to illustrate some of the greatest outfield web gems but have they never even mentioned the catch that Tom Tresh made in this game. While the Yankees were on there way down as a dominate force in baseball that season and for that matter over the next 11, I can't understand how no one ever mentioned this game. Game was tied and went to the 10th inning. With two outs and men on base, Chicago's Buford sent a line shot to left field that was headed for the stands. Running parallel to the old Yankee Stadium fence, Tresh at the last moment DIVED into the stands and caught what would have been a tie breaking home run to end the inning. WPIX was the broadcast station and they must have replayed that catch about 4 times that night and replayed it the following day again!!! Now anyone that knows baseball could tell you that Tresh was a very good outfielder but this catch would rival or best anything I have seen since. Especially when in the Yankees part of the

     — Jim , 06/05/2014 at 7:53 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus San Francisco Giants - July 25, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Reds scored 5 in bottom of 9th to win 14-13, in game 1 of a DH sweep. I remember listening to the end of the game on radio standing in my kitchen as an 8 year old. I called my family to come in and listen as the Reds put together the rally. I would love to hear the radio broadcast of that half inning again.

     — Eric Bender, 06/04/2014 at 7:38 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus San Diego Padres - August 6, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this Cubs vs. Padres doubleheader. I remember the 2nd base "collision" like it happened today ! Go Cubbies !!!!!

     — Karen R. Johnson, 05/27/2014 at 9:58 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Cincinnati Reds - July 4, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remembered distinctly watching this game on the 4th of july but couldn't remember if it was 76 or 77. Remember rooting for Biff Pocoroba to get the big hit with the bases loaded in the 8th. He, of course, came through with a line drive double into centerfield knocking in all 3. A great moment in Atlanta Braves history.

     — Roger Morton, 05/23/2014 at 11:20 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - August 23, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

WHY WAS THE SUSPENDED GAME REPLAYED IN ITS ENTIRETY INSTEAD OF FROM THE 20TH INNING?

     — HC SPELKIN, 05/23/2014 at 6:41 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Brewers versus Texas Rangers - July 13, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Correction. I meant Davey Nelson (I don't know how I came up with Johnson in my original post...Johnson was with the Braves that year).

     — Dan Malloy, 05/23/2014 at 12:41 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Seattle Mariners - September 2, 1985 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information


I had a ball signed by "LR" that ball was hit a 4:24pm in top of the 9th inning. Game was Yankees Vs Seattle Mariners- September 2, 1985. I would like to know what player used to sign like this.


     — Hector, 05/22/2014 at 7:07 AM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. August 25, 2011. 3 grand slams in one game sets new record.

Unbelievable! That was the day I was born!!!

     — Linda Grasso, 05/20/2014 at 8:31 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

NBC televised this game and also the TIGERS 2nd game of their double header. if tigers had won they would have tied for first place forcing one game play off. since AFL football were NBC normal coverage the football must have gotten bumped that day at least on a lot of NBC.trivia a sports nut interested and not important to most. love baseball

     — jim martin, 05/12/2014 at 12:04 PM

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Re: Minnesota Twins versus Boston Red Sox - August 6, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Dean Chance was originally given credit for a perfect game pitched.since it was a rain shortened game called after 5 innings it eventually was removed from the record book along with a bunch of others that were determined unworthy of record status.integrity of game i guess.good job anyways Dean

     — Jim martin, 05/12/2014 at 11:43 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus New York Yankees - October 8, 1958 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

The sunday game at Yankee Stadium which was won by the Braves was the first WS game I ever attended. I was 16. My sister Eileen and my friend Charley Gebig went to mass tha morning then off to the Stadium on the D train to sit outside the bleacher entrance at 7 am in order to buy a $2.00 ticket for the game. Being a Yankee fan it was a heartbreaker..but we went on to win the Series in 7 games!
Peter Foley


     — Peter Foley, 05/08/2014 at 10:30 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 23, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This has to be one of the most dramatic exciting game there ever was.CUB-CARDINALS rivalry great. was nbc game of the week,being on saturday.Sandberg tied game bottom of 9th.then with Cubs behind again in 10th he homered again.so was tied again.Cubs finally won next inning.they caught fire this game on and won 1984 east.Padres beat them in playoffs.

     — Jim martin, 04/30/2014 at 7:56 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Boston Red Sox - June 27, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Again this was a game our summer team attended by bus.We always had a trip sponsored by our coaches of our summer team.Ted Williams homered.Indians had two batters that just nicked the ball when at bat.both just stood at home plate thinking itt was foul ball but umpire called fair ball so both made out by just standing at plate.indians lost 6-4.was costly

     — Jim martin, 04/30/2014 at 7:34 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus New York Yankees - July 20, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Me and my teammates of our summer team went by bus to this game.Dick Williams had good hit for key rally.Rocky Colavito caught fly ball backed against right field fence and threw ball on fly over catchers head to try to nail runner that had tagged up.most dramatic throw by outfielder i ever witnessed. he even was used as pitcher later in his career.

     — Jim martin, 04/30/2014 at 7:15 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Boston Red Sox - August 24, 1955 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My class mates and i attended this game as a class trip.It was to celebrate starting our eight grade school year.Garcia pitched 2-0 complete game shutout.back in days where starter stayed in game .only relieved when proved incapable of getting opposition out. Ted Williams best he could do was fly out to right field.he got no hits that game. a real good game.

     — jim martin, 04/30/2014 at 6:51 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - June 10, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have the lineup card to this game and this information is accurate.

     — Josie Dressendofer, 04/29/2014 at 7:07 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. September 16th. Wilson wins 21st and Tigers take sole possession of 1st. White Sox score 4 in 9th to win over Twins. Red Sox lose to Orioles.

AS i have stated in other posts i played h s ball with dean chance.I was at this game. it was a saturday night.i got there early and went with dean in the players entrance. so got to visit before game. got to meet players on both teams.4-1 lead went to 5-4 loss.colavito hit had bounce over third baseman hit for a freak hit bringing in 2 runs.dean had win turn into loss. SAD

     — Jim Martin, 04/24/2014 at 10:17 AM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race - First day of blog. July 13th. 5 teams in contention for pennant.

ALL information about the 1967 american league pennant race is all very special to me. First of all as a baseball fan. i agree with a statement Babe Ruth made that its the only real sport.And since Dean Chance of twins is my high school team mate and very good friend and went down the wire to start the last game Oct 1 1967 i claim special interest.

     — Jim Martin, 04/23/2014 at 7:27 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

Twins had scored a run in 8th inning with possibility of more. Bob Allison hit ball deep down left field line. Carl Yastrzemski made greate fielding play and threw bullet to nip Allison sliding into 2nd base.rally nipped and possibly saved game for boston.YAZ certainly MVP good chance twins could have tied game in 8th had this not happened

     — Jim Martin, 04/23/2014 at 7:02 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. July 23, 1957. Mantle hits for the cycle.

At first mantles homer appeared to be out of the park but bob shepherd came on the PA & said it landed a few rows short of the back wall left of the Yankee bullpen

     — John Prescott , 04/23/2014 at 11:05 AM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

Dean Chance was the pitcher for the Twins. He is my high school team mate and very good friend. So of course this has to be for me the most memorable game. dean had a 2-0 lead going into last of 6 th inning. almost pitched TWINS INTO the world series.but red sox rallied and won. I WAS VERY SAD. but the tide turned against dean and Twins.sox won 67 pennant

     — Jim Martin, 04/22/2014 at 2:30 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - July 4, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Ty Cobb is in attendance. He accompanied the Detroit Tigers after the old timers game on June 28 in Detroit's Briggs field. Detroit's third baseman, Ozzie Virgil, breaks a bat. Ty Cobb autographs the bat for a Cleveland Transit Authority bus driver, Joseph Mizick.

     — tony zaccardelli, 04/21/2014 at 2:00 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

I was not even a teenager living in Anchorage, Alaska with only a transistor radio to get the results. The Tigers lost the pennant on the last day of the season. This was probably the biggest disappointment so far in my young life. I endured an adult size dose of depression for the next few months.

     — Gale Helge, 04/18/2014 at 11:39 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Cincinnati Reds - September 29, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Koufax pitched a two hit shut out over the Cincinatti Reds taking them 5-0 with Maury Wills getting the key hit, a three run triple.

     — Josh Pierce, 04/09/2014 at 11:15 PM

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Re: Miami Marlins versus Detroit Tigers - September 29, 2013 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Henderson Alvarez pitches 9 no-hit innings for the Marlins against the visiting Tigers, but the game isn't over since it is a scoreless tie. In the bottom of the ninth the Marlins score a run on a bases-loaded wild pitch, and Alvarez gets his no hitter while standing in the on-deck circle!

     — Dave Klement, 04/08/2014 at 11:01 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 30, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I'm just looking at the lineups; what great players. I was at the game & sat above 3rd base. Padres pitched a great game-I think it was on his birthday. I recall listening to the post-game show. Oliver said he wished the Dodgers had won the pennant. It was so ironic and seemed to
I'm just looking at the lineups; what great players. I was at the game & sat above 3rd base. I recall the post-game show on KFI when Oliver said he wished the Dodgers had won the pennant. It was so ironic and made the bitterness worse.






     — curtis martin, 04/01/2014 at 8:59 PM

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Re: Seattle Mariners versus Chicago White Sox - June 5, 2013 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Nobody scores for the first 13 innings. Then the White Sox score 5 in the top of the 14th, and the Mariners come back with 5 in the bottom of the 14th!

     — Dave Klement, 04/01/2014 at 1:12 PM

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Re: Tampa Bay Rays versus San Diego Padres - May 10, 2013 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

In the 3rd inning Alex Cobb strikes out 4, but still allows a run after the first strikeout reaches first base, and then SB, SB, and balk.

     — Dave Klement, 04/01/2014 at 1:05 PM

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Re: Minnesota Twins versus New York Yankees - July 7, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I would love the video from that game. Any luck?? My husband and I were filmed continuously throughout the game. Thank you!!!

     — Antonietta, 03/23/2014 at 6:06 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Minnesota Twins - August 25, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

i am sorry you found it boring.i wasn't there that night but for me it will always exciting as dean chance who pitched the no hit game is my high school team mate and very good friend.so there is a personal connection for me

     — jim martin, 03/21/2014 at 10:02 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - July 23, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 1 of the less than 6900 in attendance. Safe and sound in mother's womb at the time but I remember trying to poke my little (actually large for my body size) head out for a quick peek of the action.

     — Horace Femm, 03/21/2014 at 3:00 AM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Los Angeles Dodgers - April 8, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We agree that coaches would be nice addition. Unfortunately, however, coaches are not listed in the Retrosheet data upon which we rely to get our basic info.

     — Kenneth Revis, 03/17/2014 at 11:23 AM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus Chicago Cubs - June 28, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This, believe it or not, was the very first baseball game I listened to on the radio. Harry Carey was the Cardinals announcer and he kept moaning about how Hiller is not that good. 1 hit and 1 walk with both base runners erased in double plays. Carey's moaning in this game made me a life-long Cubs fan. Later I got Ernie Banks autograph at a game in 1967 and later made a point of eating at Carey's restaurant in Chicago but he had passed away by then.

     — Dallas Gard, 03/16/2014 at 2:24 AM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Los Angeles Dodgers - April 8, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

What about the coaches on 1st and 3rd bases on that historic day? ( or any other day of the season) They were to ones actively coaching the game... the games did not pause to check with the manager in the dugout.... then conclude the play.
And they got ripped if they screwed up.
Seems like an oversight NOT to list them to me.
Thanks ...DBW


     — D. Wagner, 03/13/2014 at 11:45 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Kansas City Athletics - September 20, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I experienced the same exact excitement ,just 2 years earlier
and one year older. Coming up from the dark corridor and then seeing that field is burned in my memory.I to this day
haven't seen colors as bright as that day!Red clay infield
and the color of the KC uniforms yellow and green.Thanks for the memory Bob !


     — jim alfano, 03/12/2014 at 3:50 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Boston Braves - April 15, 1947 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Nice to find your site and replay games I listened to on radio or went to in person,great memories, Thank You

     — Modesto Chavez, 03/12/2014 at 3:16 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus New York Yankees - August 5, 1954 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

my first game i attended at 12.mantle hit 2 homers, joe collins hit in right field upper deck. larry doby hit homer for indians.irv noren had bottle come out of stands at him while catching fly ball for an out.i was glad he not hit.i have attended many games over the years and this was the only i ever witness this lets all enjoy this game and behave ourselves.god bless

     — jim martin, 03/04/2014 at 9:50 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Houston Astros - June 3, 1987 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there, what a game..I remember several gland slams in this game as well

     — ira saposnik, 02/24/2014 at 1:50 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Chicago White Sox - August 29, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We attended this game.Was ABC monday night B game.Was the game Duane Kuiper hit only home run in over 3500 at bats off of Steve Stone. Always an interesting trivia item that Steve gets kidded about. Also met and chatted with Glen Rosenbaum White Sox traveling secretary before the game. Very fine man. the sox were in contention for division leas still.

     — Jim Martin, 02/20/2014 at 10:22 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Philadelphia Phillies - August 19, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Don Gullet was one of the best pitchers in that era.If Don could have stayed injury free who knows what kind of stats he could have had!

     — manford adkins, 02/17/2014 at 10:56 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Kansas City Athletics - September 20, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first ever baseball game!

I was 7 years old and to this day can recall the emotions of seeing the field as I arrived at my seat through the tunnel!


     — Robert Riccobene, 02/16/2014 at 4:22 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Chicago Cubs - June 19, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was twelve years old when I saw this game with 3 friends from Jr. High School. I remember it was a rainy day. The Dodgers got an early lead, KOing the Cubs starting pitcher, which brought in Willie Ramsdell from the bullpen. Carl Erskine was pitching a no-hitter at the time. In the bottom of the third inning, Ramsdell, was at bat with two outs. Even though he was a weak hitter, Erskine walked Ramsdell on
four pitches because he was in a rush to get in an official game. Erskine went on to complete the no-hitter and Ramsdell was the only batter to reach base.

I would be interested if there are any other recollections of this game


     — Norman, 01/30/2014 at 12:18 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Seattle Pilots - June 19, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first big league baseball game I ever attended as a 6 year old kid...I remember the scoreboard exploding at old Comiskey Park which I believe at that time was called White Sox Park..Catcher Ed Herrmann became my favorite player...I've been a White Sox fan all my life! Thank you back to baseball for this great site!

     — Mike L, 01/29/2014 at 11:27 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Minnesota Twins - October 1, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

this game is the most memorable game to me.dean chance is my friend and high school teammate .for me it will always be the most exciting game having a personal friend involved.i was very very sad at twins loss.would have been world series for them.but thats the way it works out still just a game--jim martin

     — jim martin, 01/28/2014 at 10:19 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Brooklyn Dodgers - June 2, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is the first baseball game I ever attended. I was a little kid, but always remebered that the Phils played the Dodgers that day and the score was 5 -3. I just went on line to see what I could find. Pretty cool!

     — Bob Burian, 01/24/2014 at 2:46 PM

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Re: New York Giants versus Philadelphia Phillies - April 16, 1946 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Mel Ott's homer in the furst off Oscar Judd on an 0-2 fastball was the 512th and last of his major league career. I was there.

     — Hiller B. Zobel, 12/31/2013 at 8:17 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Brooklyn Dodgers - June 2, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have the ball that Farrell hit out of the park in the bottom of the 8th.

     — Wayne bambrick, 12/26/2013 at 5:13 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Washington Senators - May 6, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was great to relive this game on your web site, as I ,at nine years old was at Yankee Stadium that day with my dad. The moment of that game that stands out was when there was one out in the top of the 9th with runners at 1st and 3rd. Jimmy’s Piersall’s fly ball to right was hit very deep, almost to the warning track. At that distance from the plate, one would think that the runner at 3rd. would easily tag up and score to break Jim Bouton’s shut out. However, Roger Maris threw a strike to home plate. I remember the runner at 3rd was about half way down the line when he suddenly stopped and ran back the 3rd base. Maris’ unbelieveable throw would have certainlly gotten the runner out. The crowd gave Maris a well deserved ovation. Then Bouton got the last out and with it, a shutout.

     — Billy Miecuna, 12/25/2013 at 1:37 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Chicago Cubs - August 26, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The last time baseball game before I shipped out to Viet Nam.
Ernie and Willy were having a visit along the First base line and I caught there attention and they came over to say Hey as myself and my friends were in our Dress Whites.
I was thrilled!
In Jan. Ernie Banks was on a Barracks Ship in the Mekong Delta and I was able to have another brief visit. Funny thing is he remembered the Day Game visit with Willy at First Base! How cool is that.


     — Patrick Wood, 12/23/2013 at 7:41 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Boston Red Sox - August 19, 1987 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I actually caught Fred Manruque's homerun ball from this game when I was 10 years old. I still have the ball on my mantle. I would love to find a video of this homerun if one even exists.

     — John, 12/14/2013 at 4:19 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - August 4, 1985 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

was their.tom waa terrific.score was 4 to 1 . complete game.

     — kevin brewer, 12/14/2013 at 2:54 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Milwaukee Braves - August 2, 1954 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was on Happy Felton's knothole gang on that day and a pitcher named Pete Wojey pitched to me....i didnt win.

     — tom murtagh, 12/13/2013 at 1:49 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Brooklyn Dodgers - June 17, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Just shows how great Roy Campanella was!!!!!

     — Bill Ryan, 12/13/2013 at 11:29 AM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus Los Angeles Dodgers - August 7, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Dodgers did try to get Alou after failing to call time, but pitcher Pete Mikkelsen threw the ball wildly to second, and then second baseman Jim Lefebvre also made a misplay. Or so says the Sporting News (August 21 1971, page 32)

     — Jonathan R, 12/09/2013 at 10:56 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Los Angeles Dodgers - October 2, 1963 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

a favorite memory- I was a senior in high school in NJ. My daddy took me out of school to go to the World Series. When Koufax broke the record there was huge applause throughout the stadium and I was impressed that it wasn't just the Dodger fans recognizing his achievement. Whenever I run into reference to this game--or seek it :)-- I always say "I was there."

     — dottie brown, 12/04/2013 at 9:34 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - May 8, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

(continued) Anyway . . . A question for you: are you sure your first game was in 1948? I ask because there was more than one Eddie Mayo Day held in Yankee Stadium between 1944 and 1948. We lived just 12 miles from Yankee Stadium, and the Yankees were always glad to provide the time for visiting player "days", since it pumped up attendance by 300 or 400. Second question: since you remember that your first game was "Eddie Mayo Day", do you also remember whether he received a new car during the pre-game festivities? I have a photo of Dad standing beside the car at home plate, and would be glad to forward to you. Just contact me at edmayo33@gmail.com. Hope some of this helps you remember your first ball game. Cheers -- Eddie Mayo Jr.

     — Ed Mayo Jr., 12/04/2013 at 10:50 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - May 8, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Gerry Greaney - Did you ever get the information you needed? I, too, might have been at the game.-- since Eddie Mayo was my father. I would have been 7 years old at the time. I remember it was a rather chilly overcast day, and I do remember being sad/disappointed since my Dad went hitless on "his" day. This would have been not unexpected since the Yankees pitched Eddie Lopat that day -- and Dad remembered later in life (1989) that he might only have gotten one hit in his life off Lopat. The occasion in 1989 was at a dedication of Eddie Mayo Field, a Babe Ruth League facility in his hometown of Clifton, N.J. Lopat attended the dedication, and the two of them recalled a game when Dad doubled off Lopat, and on his way to second (it was a stand-up double) he was laughing and Lopat yelled, "What the heck are you laughing at, Mayo?" Dad responded, "That's the only hit you've ever given me, Lopat." Anyway . . . A question for you: are you sure your first game was in 1948? I ask beca

     — Ed Mayo Jr., 12/04/2013 at 10:47 AM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - April 20, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

You can also get the box score on this site by clicking on Box Score on Game Summary page. Here it is for this game: http://www.backtobaseball.com/boxscore/TEX199004200

     — Ken Revis, 11/23/2013 at 11:10 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Boston Red Sox - August 31, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Shut down? I would look for any other reason. In 1984 managers usually did not "shut down" pitchers of any age.

Clemens completed 5 of his 20 starts that year, and had just finished his last two starts. The Red Sox had 40 complete games as a team, third in the league and did not miss first in complete games by much.

I think Clemens was just hurting (anyone know)?. He did recover, and pitched another 4700 innings or so.






     — Jonathan R, 11/20/2013 at 12:16 AM

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Re: total base count

You are correct. Walks are not included in the total base count. Only hits are included (1 for singles, 2 for doubles, 3 for triples, 4 for home runs).

     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 11:23 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 20, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Wilbur Wood was hammered in the first game and was "rewarded" by getting the start for the nightcap, in which he was hammered and lost again.

The Yankees were 56-43 at that point and in first place, but finished at .500 and in fourth place.

Is that the last time a pitcher started two games on the same day?


     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 11:05 PM

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Mays and Staub--Mets at the peak

This was Willie Mays's first game as a Met. In his first at bat (leading off the first inning) he walked, and scored on Rusty Staub's grand slam against Sam McDowell. In the fifth, with the score tied, Mays hit the game winning solo homer. This was part an eleven-game winning streak for the Mets that brought their record to 25-7. It was downhill the rest of the way.


     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 10:09 PM

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Clapping after 2 strikes: corroboration

I agree that this was the earliest I had ever heard of this practice (clapping when the opposing team's batter had two strikes on him). For all I know, this is when it started.

     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:57 PM

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First game ever

The first game I ever attended, at least that I can remember. Not only that, it was the first game I ever saw--the TV in my house was NEVER used for sports. The final score was 1-0 leading to a lifelong preference for pitcher's duels. If you like pitchers, in Shea Stadium, you were seldom disappointed.

     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:44 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - October 2, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game was on a Monday during the afternoon--locally broadcast on radio in the NY Metropolitan area. I got home from HS just in time to turn on the game, but Mom had other plans for me--I had to go to the store to buy a new pair of slacks "or else". I switched off the car (and its radio) just as the Yankees put 2 on with 2 out in the 7th. The radio in the store was tuned to the news station--it announced "fireworks at Fenway" and I had no idea what that meant until I got back into the car. Got home in time to watch the rest of the game on TV. Great game no matter what you thought of the result.

     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:41 PM

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First game at Yankee Stadium II

I attended this game. At the time, it was understood that this was a very hot ticket because it was the first game ever played in what was further understood to be a brand new stadium built from the ground up. The original Yankee Stadium, along with the copper frieze, had been torn down a couple of years before.

This understanding continued for decades and then faded from memory. Boy was I surprised to find, mostly in the post-strike years, that this stadium had magically morphed into "the original Yankee Stadium." All the events of the dynasty era had somehow taken place in "this" ballpark. How quickly we forget.




     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:32 PM

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Props to the Heathcote baseball team

I WAS THERE. With Heathcote baseball team (our last year, age 13). Anyone remember?

     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:11 PM

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Matlack wore something weird on his head

I WAS THERE. Matlack had to wear some kind of protection on his head because on May 8 (just 11 days before) Marty Perez of the Braves had hit a liner smack on his forehead. Not sure I can describe the gear he wore after 40 years. Check nytimes.com

As you can see by the game results, he was none the worse for wear. Unfortunately the bullpen blew it.


     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:08 PM

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Should Leon have caught Kessinger's fly?

I'm wondering on the conventional wisdom on this. In extra innings, you're the home team, with the score tied, a man on third and less than two out, suppose a foul fly comes your way. Do you catch it or not? I was there, there was no question that the ball was going to be foul.

     — Jonathan R, 11/19/2013 at 9:05 PM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus Philadelphia Phillies - September 17, 1945 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Can you find pictures of this game



     — Chris Adams, 11/08/2013 at 3:56 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Pittsburgh Pirates - October 8, 1960 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I was a 7 year kid in the ball park that day, I recall the home run, and for some strange reason I seem to remember an error by Roberto clemente in right , but that might be a memory issue as the box score only has the Yankees with an error that game

     — Bob Mierzwinski, 11/04/2013 at 3:20 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Cincinnati Reds - October 4, 1919 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I'm huge fan of the history of Chicago White Sox with Shoeless Joe Jackson and many great ball players.

     — Warren A. Norris, 11/03/2013 at 10:32 AM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 30, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is the first ML game I ever saw in person. Wild game. My favorite player was Roberto Clemente and he was 4 for 5. His home run was crushed over the right-center pavilion roof.

     — Dennis, 11/02/2013 at 7:44 PM

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total base count

This may be a lousy question, but it seems a walk doesn't count toward a players total base count. Would someone enlighten me.

     — Ned Campbell, 10/29/2013 at 6:12 PM

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June 20 1990 , Giants vs Padres

I was there in center field with my brother at Candlestick Park. It was the hottest day of the year in San Francisco 91' I wore shorts and received a sunburn by inning 11. It Was such a close game. The Giants had lost a winning streak the game before. If they won it would have been 10 games in a row. There almost was a brawl and the benches cleared because the Giants pitcher was throwing close to a Padres player inside zone.

     — JOHN D, 10/29/2013 at 1:50 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Chicago White Sox - July 14, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there as a fifteen year old and it was great to be able to see who was playing and confirm Ted Williams was in the line up.I remember Larry Doby refused to give me his autograph.

     — Young Boy, 10/25/2013 at 10:06 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Oakland Athletics - August 16, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is the first baseball game I ever attended. I was7 years old. I went with my Dad. I was a huge Pudge Fisk fan and I wanted to leave after the 6th inning. My Dad said, "You never leave a game you paid to see." In the bottom of the 9th Fisk homered off of a dominant Vida Blue. Sox lost but I went home happy. Thanks for the history!

     — Jim, 10/23/2013 at 3:43 PM

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Re: Minnesota Twins versus New York Yankees - May 4, 1980 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first Major League baseball game, age 11. Huge Reggie fan! Got to see a homerun by him in person.

     — Donny, 10/22/2013 at 7:23 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Francisco Giants - May 11, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Sorry for the grammatical error, writing in a rush. Should have read, "Two friends and I..."

     — Greg Schauble, 10/20/2013 at 3:05 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Francisco Giants - May 11, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Two friends and me rode the city bus across town to see the game. I was twelve years old at the time and my friends were of similar age. It's hard to image a time when it was safe for kids to make such an adventure on their own but such was possible in 1963 LA. What an incredible experience, Sandy Koufax stepped off the mound that night and took his place in baseball history and the imagination of kids across America. It was great having the opportunity to witness such a rare event. As luck would have it, this was the first major league baseball game I ever attended. How fortunate for me, thanks Sandy. That was fifty years ago and the other coast of America, I once experienced as a young teen.

     — Greg Schauble, 10/20/2013 at 3:01 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Cincinnati Reds - August 15, 1991 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

How would one see video of this game? Specifically, either the 3rd or 4th inning Robby Thompson at bat? I snagged a foul ball by Thompson and have never seen the catch but many people called me regarding the catch.

     — Kerwin Louis, 10/20/2013 at 9:38 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - June 19, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game with an arrogant Yankee fan as my guest. This was one of the best games I've ever attended, right up there with the Braves World Series victory game in 1995 and Randy Johnson's perfect game against the Braves in 2004.

     — John Talbott, 10/20/2013 at 3:24 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus New York Yankees - October 2, 1932 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I found this site by mistake while at work yesterday. I'm so glad that I did. It's fantastic that you can go back in time and watch a game play out like this. I will spend alot of free time on this site following some of the greatest games ever played. Thanks for your insight into the greatest game ever invented. I love the history of baseball, and this just adds to it.

     — Thomas Army, 10/19/2013 at 2:17 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - September 22, 1945 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The very 1st game I ever saw in person. I was 10. My big brother, 16, under duress from my parents, took me. I should say, shlepped me. The family were rabid Dodger fans. After the game was over with the Dodgers losing, my brother accused me of jinxing the Dodgers. Happy childhood memories. Right.

     — Lou Davidson, 10/10/2013 at 8:15 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Detroit Tigers - May 22, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there, several rows behind the plate just to the third-base side. And I still say F. Robby was safe at the plate.

     — Ted W, 10/07/2013 at 9:05 PM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - April 8, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Great day in Texas for a pitchers' duel featuring Ron Guidry of the reigning World Champion New York Yankees and Jon Matlack, the ex-New York Met. But poor base running by Reggie Jackson and Chris Chambliss enabled the leadoff, walk-off HR by Richie Zisk in the 9th off of Goose Gossage. Fantastic opening day drama!

     — Das, 09/26/2013 at 12:38 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Oakland Athletics - August 11, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

doug griffin's 8th inning home run went into the left field screen and bounced off the top of the green monster back onto left field. joe rudi picked-up the ball and tossed it into my glove as the fans, me with my glove, in that area leaned over the wall.

     — tim thibodeau, 09/22/2013 at 2:00 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Washington Senators - August 22, 1947 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was 66 years before the Tigers again came back from a 6-0 deficit in the ninth inning to win the game. On September 21, 2013, the Tigers erased a six-run deficit in the ninth and defeated the White Sox 7-6. In that game, as in this, the rally included a three-run homer (by Andy Dirks). However, unlike the 1947 Tigers, the 2013 Tigers did not win the game in the ninth inning, but in the twelfth, when they finally scored the winning seventh run.

     — Dan Hastings, 09/22/2013 at 8:13 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Cincinnati Reds - October 14, 1970 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I was there, in the left-field bleachers. If only Eddie Watt could have thrown a sinker to Lee May.

     — Ted, 09/21/2013 at 8:08 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - August 14, 1982 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first ever tiger game..I will never forget it!

     — Matt Juillet, 09/20/2013 at 11:00 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Chicago Cubs - June 29, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first MLB game. Double header.

     — Tom Sinclair, 09/19/2013 at 10:45 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - April 13, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Lance Parrish was the 13th man in history to make all three outs in an inning. He made first out of the inning, and then as the 13 batter of the inning he hit into a douple play. His number was 13. 13.13.13.13

     — Darren, 09/18/2013 at 4:14 PM

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Re: California Angels versus New York Yankees - September 2, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

does anyone have any information how I could get a d.v.d or tape of the game ?

     — gary a. poulsen, 09/16/2013 at 10:04 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Los Angeles Angels - July 8, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game. I was ten yrs. old. Earl Averill threw me a ball during batting practice. Still have it to this day!

     — bob ferreri, 09/14/2013 at 5:56 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Chicago Cubs - July 20, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remember the day well, it was the same day that Apollo 11s lunar module, the Eagle, landed on the moon. During the second game of the doubleheader, the announcer told the crowd of almost 13,000 that the Eagle had landed safely. The crowd cheered, the players lined the foul lines and a recording of Kate Smith's version of God Bless America was played!

     — Keith Wilson, 09/12/2013 at 9:34 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Cleveland Indians - July 28, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this game as a ten-year-old child and remember much of it as if it were yesterday!

     — David Holroyd, 09/10/2013 at 11:52 AM

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1968 World Series

Only Tigers fans understand the prior year's heartbreak of losing the pennant on the last day, and the way national media and experts looked down on the Tigers in 1968 World Series. After four games, it looked like the experts were right until Willie Horton cut down Lou Brook at home in game 5. Then the comeback began. From the depths of despair and loss to the exhilaration of a totally unexpected win! Only Tigers fans understand!

     — Kevin , 09/08/2013 at 7:10 AM

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Link to Ticket Stub

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-eX5EPUrueas/Uiq8AmTWRfI/AAAAAAAAiQY/whMmwnKQp3Q/s800/Orioles%2520vs.%2520Mariners%2520060198.jpg

     — Wayne Smith, 09/07/2013 at 1:40 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Seattle Mariners - June 1, 1998 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was also at this game, and have my stub. I am from Los Angeles, was on vacation and was driving up to Baltimore from D.C. to see the aquarium (which had recently opened). It was early afternoon and as we approached the city we suddenly hit a lot of traffic and saw a temporary sign on the side of the freeway indicating that there was a ball game. We (wife and young daughter) made a snap decision to go to the game. By the time we had parked and made it to the ticket booth, the game had already started. I asked for the best tickets available (thinking that that would mean the bleachers) and was told that "we just got some back from the team, but they're $27," which was then a lot for a ticket. I bought three and it turned out that they were Sec. 56, Field Box, in the second row off the two rows that jut out onto the field (we were in row ZZ). Very cool and a spectacular game, which the Orioles won with three home runs in the bottom of the 8th.





     — Wayne Smith, 09/07/2013 at 1:34 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus New York Yankees - August 18, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there. 15 years old. Have a signed foul ball (Tigers).

     — Bruce, 08/22/2013 at 4:38 PM

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Two Inside the Park Homeruns: Manny Mota and Willie Davis

I was there.

     — Joe Martini, 08/18/2013 at 11:38 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus New York Giants - August 15, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first game! I was 8 and a passionate Dodgers fan. The only thing I didn't remember correctly was I thought The Duke had batted 8th, not 6th. It was, I think, the first game he had batted as low as #6 in the lineup, and he got one of the 2 hits against Antonelli. I can still see Mays' HR barely going over the CF fence--and, I swear, I knew at age 8 that he was a future Hall of Famer.
My father belonged to a men's group, which traveled to Jersey City to see the game. No son, so he took his daughter-me. I think I was the only girl on the trip, but couldn't have cared less. I was finally going to a Dodgers game!!
When the Dodgers announced they were moving to LA the next year-talk about disilllusionment. I'd been a Dodgers fan my whole life--or since age 7, 2 years earlier.

My first bb memory is Jackie Robinson stealing home in Game one of the 1955 World Series. I don't think I knew, and surely didn't understand, the significance of it being Brooklyn's first (and only in Br


     — wendykaplan, 08/18/2013 at 10:49 PM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus Los Angeles Dodgers - August 7, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I heard this game on the radio (KMOX). I seems Matty Alou walked with 1 out in the bottom of the 10th inning and stole second but proceeded to circle the bases while the Dodger in- fielders stood at the mound and forgot to call time out. The division was decided by one game, the Giants nosed out the Dodgers by this one game.

     — Thomas Fantozzi, 08/18/2013 at 3:46 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 16, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was watching the game and WGN broke in with the news of Elvis Presley's passing.

     — Tommy Artrip, 08/16/2013 at 3:30 PM

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Re: New York Mets versus Chicago Cubs - September 17, 1986 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Mets clinched and we tore up the field. I still have the turf, 27 years later.

     — gregg, 08/15/2013 at 11:51 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - September 28, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My family took me to this double header for my fifth birthday. (Though until today, I thought it was for my sixth birthday in 1952.) I remember only my limited (though gorgeous) view of the field... no details. But for the rest of my life I have heard how the first Yankee game I ever went to was the historic Allie Reynolds no-hitter to "clinch the pennant." Thank you for allowing me to view all the details of this wonderful event! : ]

     — Russell Stein, 08/15/2013 at 2:13 AM

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Re: Spahnnie's

With google news you can read the account in the Milwaukee Sentinel of that game.

     — karl, 08/13/2013 at 9:08 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Cleveland Indians - August 6, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

iwas there,my first ballgame

     — scott mercer, 08/05/2013 at 11:07 PM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus Oakland Athletics - May 31, 1980 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 16 when I attended this game. The highlight was seeing Armas cut down pat Putnam at home with an accurate throw from Right. Al Oliver smacked a single up the middle so hard it wasn't even spinning!

     — Larry C., 08/04/2013 at 8:43 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Montreal Expos - July 28, 1991 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there with my family. I have 4 ticket stubs from that perfect game. I am a Braves fan, and was sitting amongst Dodger Fans. After 7 innings I convinced the Dodger fans to start pulling for Dennis. History was in the making. I am happy to say, the Dodge fans did start pulling for the Expos. Good job. I talk about this game to this day. Cheers all, Rod


     — Rod Duke , 08/04/2013 at 8:20 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Brewers versus Texas Rangers - July 13, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first Major League Baseball game I attended. I went with my Cub Scout Pack 61 from Milwaukee. Davey Johnson (who is now a Brewers TV analyst) led off the game for the Rangers. It was memorable because a shot time later he was caught attempting to steal home. The first Milwaukee Brewer player I saw get a hit was Robin Yount which was the 69th of the 1974 season and his career. I was there for may other along the way including #3000 many years later. George Scott died today. R.I.P. Boomer.

     — Dan Malloy, 07/29/2013 at 7:50 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Milwaukee Braves - August 22, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this game. A circus had just performed at Forbes Field during the Pirates recent road trip and right field was torn to shreds by the elephants. Poor Roberto Clemente played in a field that day that was worse than most sandlot fields!

     — Tim Mcewen, 07/29/2013 at 3:25 PM

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Re: New York Mets versus Los Angeles Dodgers - June 2, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first MLB game that I ever attended. I was 9 yrs. old and remember sitting with my older brother and father in the Mezzanine section to the right of home plate. The Mets were in the middle of their first big winning streak, which would reach 11 games.

Later that month (June 20th,) I went to the game against the St. Louis Cardinals. The Mets won 4-3, knocking out Bob Gibson in the process....but not before he hit a home run.

For that game, we sat way up in the leftfield Upper Deck, near the Cardinals bullpen.


     — David Fox, 07/25/2013 at 12:30 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Atlanta Braves - July 21, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Thank you for your comment. There are certain games in certain years where our sources don't have the data for hit location. In that case the system defaults to center field. We will be correcting that in our next update.

     — Ken Revis, 07/25/2013 at 12:13 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Atlanta Braves - July 21, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Another correction, Mike Lum homered into the basket in straight away right field not Center Field.

     — Abbas Rizvi, 07/22/2013 at 10:52 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Atlanta Braves - July 21, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

In th 9th, Kingman hit a single to left field and Scott Thompson also singled to left and the ball went under Jeff Burroughs glove. Not Center Field.

     — Abbas Rizvi, 07/22/2013 at 10:50 AM

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Spahnnie's "consecutive" no-hitters -- May 3, 1961

Of course, Johnny Vander Meer is the only MLB pitcher to have thrown consecutive. However, Warren Spahn matched that feat but for some shoddy defensive play behind him by (at best) utility-infielder turned left-fielder Mel (no-hit/no-glove) Roach. Having no-hit the SF Giants the prior Friday night, Spahn next pitched against the LA Dodgers Wed. May 3, 1961. In the top of the third inning, Jim Gilliam hit a routine flyball to left field which (in my memory at least) Roach misplayed into a double. As I recall Earl Gillespie's call on the radio, it went something like, "Roach breaks in, now goes back, comes in again... ball falls in behind him..." Scored a double since he never got a glove (never got near) it. Cost Spahn a repeat no-hitter. The recapitulation here says, "fell out of the reach of Roach."

Anyone here who remembers just what happened or knows of a narrative description of the game online?

Oh... You will note that it actually went into the books as a two-hitter. That's


     — R Succa, 07/21/2013 at 10:58 AM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Cincinnati Reds - July 4, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Bench's last out fly ball to Burroughs was caught against the wall, a couple of feet short of a game-tying home run. There were fireworks, a SRO crowd in Atlanta, the game was broadcast on ABC, and it was Seaver's first defeat as a Red. Great night in Georgia.


     — Achilles Plunket, 07/19/2013 at 1:59 AM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus San Francisco Giants - August 17, 1970 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at that game all the way from california.I was going for the pirates ,my hometown.I was 12.and I kept score.holding the scorecard right now.I remember how McCOVEY beat us with his HR right after WILLIE MAYS base hit.still have ticket stub too...memories

     — NICK PALUMBO, 07/17/2013 at 11:47 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus San Diego Padres - September 26, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Rico Carty was on first, Tony Gonzalez was on 2nd, and Felix Millan was on 3rd. You can see this by watching game on our site.

     — Ken Revis, 07/16/2013 at 10:45 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Pittsburgh Pirates - May 26, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

According to the above site, Adcock hit a ball to center that Virdon could not field and got a double. I listened to the last two innings on KDKA radio and according to BobPrince the Pittsburgh announcer, Adcock hit a ball to right field but the right fielder got a glove on the ball but it fell over the chain link fence. Adcock was declared out because when Aaron reached second he believed that the ball had fallen in the field of play and he returned to the Braves dugout. Therefore, when Aaron realized his mistake and tried to return to 2nd base so Adcock could get credit for the 3 run homer, he could not do it because once the winning run crossed the plate and Aaron was passed by Adcock, the game was over. For many years, Haddix was credited with a perfect 12 inning game, but his name was removed from the list of perfrect game pitchers because a runner reached base in the 13th.

     — Carl Jessop, 07/11/2013 at 11:05 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 15, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The very first MLB game I ever attended :)

     — Allen Shock, 07/07/2013 at 12:39 AM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Oakland Athletics - August 2, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Though I am from Chicago, I've been an A's fan for over 50 years. This game was amazing. We were sitting behind 1st base. Allen's at bat v Blue in the 7th is etched in my mind. Blue threw a hard fastball, low and outside, about ankle to calf high. Allen, with that 40 ounce bat, ripped it on the line into the right field stands. It took about 2 seconds to get out there. It sounded like a cannon shot. Of course, if you watch the rest of the game, you'll see why those A's were such a great team. I remember the two hits that tied and won the game not as "line drives," but as little dinkers that were just over the infield. But Allen's home run, I'll never forget that as long as I live.

     — Jack Solock, 07/05/2013 at 11:33 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Los Angeles Dodgers - September 25, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My dad took me to this game. He was a Koufax fanatic. We had great box seats, about 15 rows up, right behind the plate. Koufax didn't disappoint, as Dodgers were in a tremendous pennant race. Hotzman was great also. The game flashed by. Greatest pitching duel I've ever seen.

     — Jack Solock, 07/05/2013 at 11:11 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - August 19, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 14 years old, my brother and his two buddies were 15 and 16. This was especially important since the 16 year old friend had a car and we all went to Wrigley Field for that game. My brother and I grew up in Kentucky and were staunch Reds fans and we began in the first inning saying "only 26 more for a no-hitter" just to badger our two friends. But it happened just under three hours later...the Reds won a ten inning no-hitter and we were there. My younger brother and his 10 year old son just happened to be at last night's Reds' no-hitter in Cincinnati against the Giants on July 2, 2013...this is kind of a "family thing." Great memories...!

     — Dennis Jones, 07/03/2013 at 3:24 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - August 23, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

John Hiller threw nine scoreless innings in RELIEF.

     — Eddie Hathaway, 07/02/2013 at 6:28 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus San Diego Padres - September 26, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I just want to know, when Orlando Cepeda crashed the grand-slam in the third inning. Who was in first,second and third base. I told my students about the Latino grand-slam(Millan,Gonzalez and Carty) and one of them ask me about the exact position of the players on the bases. I coundnt give an answer but I told him I will find the right answer. Will you please help me on this one.

     — Miguel Quiros, 07/02/2013 at 1:35 PM

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New York Yankees versus Washington Senators - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I seem to remember a game where Pete Ramos hit a home run in a double header as the Senators beat the Yankees twice. As I recall Ramos challenged Mantle to a foot race before the game. It did not happen. Mantle was too valuable for such an exhibition.

     — Lenwood Lloyd, 07/01/2013 at 8:29 PM

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NY Yankees vs Washington Senators 9-14-1968

Our son-in-laws dad, Gerry Schoen, pitched 1 game in the majors for the Senators on 9/14/1968. We are trying to get a copy of the broadcast to give to his grandson as a family keepsake. If anyone has this game please contact me at ejf7@ferreri.com Thank you.

     — Ed Ferreri, 06/25/2013 at 8:51 PM

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Re: California Angels versus Boston Red Sox - May 14, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there at that game and took a good photo of the final out. I was there with my cousin Raymond who was in the Navy at that time who came up from San Diego. We were situated several rows back and just off to the end of the first base side dugout.

     — Ken McClintick, 06/23/2013 at 7:28 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Texas Rangers - June 4, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Once Crosby scored to tie the game, fans run up
behind Jeff Burroughs and one steals his cap. Burroughs whirls around, hitting the fan in the
corner of the eye, and then falls because of the
severe crown in the field. Rangers manager Billy
Martin, seeing that his player is in trouble, grabs a
fungo bat and tells his players to follow. As soon as
they arrive, fans pour onto the field. Ken Aspromonte,
the Indians manager, orders his players out to the aid
of the Rangers. Steel folding chairs are thrown, one
hitting Tom Hilgendorf in the head. A riot breaks out,
Rangers fight with fans, especially Mike Hargrove.
The Indians and Rangers make it back to their dugouts, and then the game is forfeited to Texas by
the score of 9-0.


     — Corey Bryant, 06/20/2013 at 4:00 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Oakland Athletics - May 20, 1988 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My father who has since passed away took my brother to this game for his 16th birthday. Mark Macguire hit a foul ball into the stands. My father reached out and caught the ball. Does anyone know how I could get a copy of this game? I would love to have it.

     — Diane Rorick, 06/16/2013 at 4:38 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It gives me great joy to see Mickey Mantle hit that grand slam again on the computer game! I was at that game, which was Old Timers Day commemorating the 25th anniversary of Joe DiMaggio's 56 game hitting streak.
The Daily News caption under photo of Mickey hitting this home run read, "Full House, Hearts Showing and Grand Slam for Mickey!" There is not a crowd anywhere today that can rival the crown noise that came with Bob Shepard announcing, " Now batting for the Yankees, number 7, Mickey Mantle". The crowd always cheered the loudest for him. He will always be my hero!


     — JOHN R. DECKER, 06/07/2013 at 9:07 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Los Angeles Dodgers - August 22, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I think that it was a great game ,of course except for the bat incident that Roseboro initiated and later admitted to. It would've been interesting to see Juan finish the game as everyone was anticipating. He had a great career record vs LA at Candlestick Park. Facing Sandy Koufax made it all the exciting.

     — westley d duffey, 06/06/2013 at 2:10 PM

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Re: California Angels versus New York Yankees - May 2, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Saw this game as a kid. I couldn't believe how hard both of these guys threw and couldn't imagine how anyone could ever get a hit off of them.
10,000 other fans tried to get tickets but were turned away. Awesome game.


     — Richard, 06/03/2013 at 11:47 PM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - April 20, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

You can get the boxscore at the following url:

http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/TEX/TEX199004200.shtml


     — Ken Revis, 06/02/2013 at 8:12 AM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - April 20, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Can you email me a box score to this game?

     — William Stafford, 05/31/2013 at 10:52 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Baltimore Orioles - July 3, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Orioles won, 8-1. Pat Dobson was the winning pitcher.

     — Ken Revis, 05/29/2013 at 8:03 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Baltimore Orioles - July 3, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

who won this game?


     — sara, 05/26/2013 at 2:39 PM

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Re: New York Giants versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 21, 1947 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first ballgame I ever saw in person. I was 8 years old and my father took me to the Polo Grounds to see our Giants, and , as an extra treat, to see Hank Greenberg who was then playing for the Pirates. I remember walking across the 155 St bridge from the Bronx to Harlem, and then walking down a lot of stairs towards a big building. I kept thinking, "where is the ball field??" Then, we entered the big building, and walked up a ramp, and the ball field came into view, bright green grass, and a dark brown infield. It looked enormous to me The lights lit the field as if it were daytime. The Giants won 4 to 1, Clint Hartung hit a home run, and I loved the Giants.

     — Don Bloom, 05/24/2013 at 1:39 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. June 17, 1978. Guidry strikes out 18.

I drove to Yankee Stadium on June 17, 1978, from Queens. I picked up my friend, I picked up another friend, and then I was instructed to pick up yet another person, a young lady who I did not know.

As a Mets fan, I looked forward to this game, although my heart was not fully into it as I did not have much of a rooting interest for the Yankees. As the game progressed, however, I found myself excited at Ron Guidry's masterful performance. As the game progressed into the later innings the young lady that had joined us noticed the crowd going wild, and eventually figured out that Guidry had something to do with it. And then - after I announced that Guidry had struck out 18 Angels batters, she asked me, "Is that good?"

Less than 2 years later, on May 25, 1980, I married that young lady, and we've been married now for 33 years. Fortunately, she's gained a lot of baseball knowledge since then, and I have to say over all she is nowhere near as clueless about the world as she was abo


     — Eric Goldberg, 05/18/2013 at 6:02 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Cincinnati Reds - June 16, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this game with my brother when I was 11 years old. The most memorable part was when home plate umpire, Jocko Conlan, got into an argument with one of the Reds coaches. Conlan was the last umpire in the National League allowed to wear an outside, "balloon-style" chest protector. In the the heat of the argument, Jocko threw aside his chest protector and mask and attacked the coach to engage him in a fist fight. The fans went wild!! Many years later Jocko was the fourth umpire elected to the Hall of Fame.

     — Thom Miller, 05/17/2013 at 11:33 PM

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Re: Kansas City Royals versus New York Yankees - October 9, 1977 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

My all time favorite game when Chambliss hit that home run in the bottom of the 9th against KC! Just watching him trying to run the bases was a trip in itself!I was just a kid .But a true NYer and always a diehard Yankee Fan till the day I die! Holy Cow!

     — William Cordrey, 05/17/2013 at 7:25 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Pittsburgh Pirates - September 30, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was really intresting to me beacuse it helped me with my B.O.E. and it helped me find out when Jackie Robinson had his las game and who it was against, very glad the website was here. It was very helpful to me, Thank You! :)

     — Amanda Moss, 05/16/2013 at 12:45 PM

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Re: Houston Astros versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 19, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first Major League Ballgame. My father took me when I was 12 years old. I got to see Roger Maris, Lou Brock, Joe Morgan, Tim McCarver, Rusty Staub, Bob Aspermonte, Curt Flood, Orlando Cepeda, and many more. Astros lost...but Staub hit 2 homeruns. Great Memories.

     — Butch Baker, 05/12/2013 at 9:09 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Chicago White Sox - July 24, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I am 23, but thanks to my great grand parents-84, and my grand parents 64, I am able to relive games I was never around for! My parents are 44, and they teach me about more recent baseball- 90s through now! But this baseball game from July 24, 1966 is fascinating- that is when baseball was real! Now Arizona Colorado. Tampa Bay. Toronto, REALLY? I would like to thank this site for making this possible for someone lime me , that was not born for 23 July's later! Thank you, sincerely Joey Locognato


     — Joey Locognato, 05/11/2013 at 1:06 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Milwaukee Brewers - July 15, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Stacy Voss birth announcement shared- Bill Voss right fielders 2nd child!!!!

     — KAthy, 05/05/2013 at 6:25 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 2, 1978. Bucky Dent's home run

great game

     — Erik barca, 05/04/2013 at 8:13 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - October 2, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Heartbreaker for Boston fans.

     — Erik, 05/04/2013 at 8:11 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus New York Yankees - July 30, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first major league baseball game. An 11-year-old from Kitchener, Ont. and I remember aging Mickey Mantle not doing much at all against soon-to-be World Series champs. My uncle Gene from Detroit took our family to the game and our seats were down the third baseline at Tiger Stadium. When Expos joined the majors the next spring I became a big baseball fan.

     — Kevin Nagel, 04/29/2013 at 4:58 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus San Diego Padres - August 17, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there. I was five years old, and it was my first major league baseball game.

     — Mark, 04/29/2013 at 10:58 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Seattle Mariners - September 6, 1995 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Ticket stub
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/162628_123047484425780_1116430_n.jpg


     — JD, 04/18/2013 at 11:48 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 14, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hi Brian, Thanks so much for your post or comment. Yes, I would greatly appreciate obtaining a digital (scanned) copy of the photo you mentioned on 4/15/13. How can I reach you? My contact information is listed below.

Kind regards,

Michael Alexander
44746 Garden Court
El Macero, CA 95618
530.848.5811 mobile
michaelsfas@gmail.com


     — Michael Alexander, 04/17/2013 at 9:08 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 14, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I just found this site. If you are still interested I have a news paper clipping showing Tom catching and Bill standing behind him umpiring as Jerry May fouls off a pitch. Believe the clipping was from the Detroit News.

     — Brian Waber, 04/15/2013 at 8:07 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Atlanta Braves - July 3, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is why I don't like the DH rule.

     — Malthaussen, 04/15/2013 at 1:04 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - July 27, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I consider I discovered Roger in 1967, since he was a young amateur class A pitcher with no experience in superior amateur baseball. I was present at this game
in New York.


     — pedro Romero Cruz, 04/15/2013 at 12:28 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Braves versus Brooklyn Dodgers - August 27, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 15 and about to start my sophomore year in high school in Madison, Wisconsin when my dad and mom took me to County Stadium to see the Braves and Brooklyn Dodgers. Our seats were about 8 or 10 rows behind third base and the Brooklyn dugout. Two things have stood out all these years. First, Jackie Robinson engaged in a pregame argument with a white fan seated near us. I saw and heard him clearly. Then, in the course of the shouting, Robinson looked up and faced Milwaukee pitcher Lew Burdette standing in the first base dugout who was yelling at him. Suddenly Robinson, holding ball, fired it like a bullet across the field and narrowly missed beaning Burdette. All the talk ceased and both men sat down. No one was disciplined. Then, late in the game, in the 8th inning, it was 3-3 when Brooklyn filled the bases and Roy Campanella, batting around .200 and playing with at least one broken finger, ca me up. Campy cleared the bases with a solid smash to right center. Unable to run,

     — Jeff Davis, 04/15/2013 at 11:15 AM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 16, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My sixteenth birthday at that game. Was a dodger fan, it was so exciting! Gil Hodges hit a home run i think.
Can't wait to see the Jackie Robinson movie.
Thanks so much.


     — gladys Feussner, 04/12/2013 at 11:53 AM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus Minnesota Twins - April 6, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

7th grade' went with a school mate n his family' first time in Oakland' we still talk about our experience to this day ' got Danny Walton's autograph n we were on Top of the world( still have it) was there for 2013 home opener n thought about that day' WOW

     — George D. Hibbs , 04/06/2013 at 11:47 PM

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Re: Houston Astros versus Texas Rangers - April 2, 2013 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

YU darvish was 1 out way from pitching a PG Aj pierzynski almost gets 3rd career no hitter 2nd career PG people from all 50 states of USA watched the game game was blacked out on tv in texas,Louisiana,New Mexico, southwest Mississippi southern Arkansas northwest Oklahoma southern Missouri

     — emily, 04/05/2013 at 5:27 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus California Angels - June 17, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was there with my dad...field level on first base side...still have the ticket stub...win put Guidry's won-loss record at 11-0...would eventually get to 14-0 before getting his first loss that season...and yes, as the game progressed the crowd spontaneously started clapping and standing up when the batter got to two strikes in anticipation of the K.

     — andrew koenig, 04/04/2013 at 8:35 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Kansas City Athletics - June 11, 1959 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Why did Dick Williams replace Whitey Herzog in the bottom of the fourth inning (after Berra made first out lining to Herzog)? In the first baseball game I ever attended, between KC and NY, Whitey Herzog came out of the game after running into the RF wall. Was this the game?

     — Paul Frandano, 03/31/2013 at 2:13 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Baltimore Orioles - July 2, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 20 years old at the time and serving in Spain with the U.S. Air Force and a big Indians fan. Thanks for the post.

     — David Hopkins, 03/28/2013 at 11:29 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Francisco Giants - May 11, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We didnt have a lot of money back then for extra entertainment but i hounded my mom and dad to get tickets to a dodger game of which tickets were being sold from my grammar school(blessed sacrament) in San Diego. At the last minute my dad and i got tickets and rode in the school bus to dodger stadium. We were stuck in traffic and arrived in the third inning.As i remember frank howard hit a home run before we sat down.
To this day i cant forget hearing the sound of the pitches hitting the catchers mitt all the way down the left field seats with 49,000 in attendance.Who do we see pitch at my first major league game:Koufax and Marichal. Note: bus ride and tickets $6.00 ea. Louie Canedo 619-218-4719


     — louis canedo, 03/19/2013 at 11:02 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Toronto Blue Jays - June 2, 1989 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

During the game when the name Polaroid flashed on the outfield stream, I knew that Clint would be working for them, a Boston based company. The message was like in Field of Dreams which was Go the distance.

     — Royse Parr, 03/12/2013 at 11:49 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Toronto Blue Jays - June 2, 1989 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We saw this game. Crash and Sheila Parr

     — Royse Parr, 03/12/2013 at 11:41 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus St. Louis Cardinals - October 4, 1928 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

When did the game begin?

     — RT, 03/11/2013 at 1:23 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Boston Red Sox - August 31, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Was Clemens shut down for the rest of the season on the walk to Thornton due to injury in the 4th? I mean this looked a possible nother 20 strike out day for him in his rookie year all of a sudden he came out? Big sox fan, thought I knew almost every thing bout them don't remember this.

     — Will Shorr, 03/07/2013 at 2:01 PM

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Re: Washington Senators versus Cleveland Indians - August 6, 1953 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

In this game, Yo-Yo Davalillo, was the first venezuelan player to steal home. at bottom of 7. Davalillo was a very succesful manager in Venezuela. Just died recently On February, 28th, 2013. Older Brother of Vic Davalillo, former Of gold glove winner.

     — Vladimir Tovar, 03/03/2013 at 10:49 PM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus New York Mets - July 13, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this doubleheader. The play that Larry Stahl made to end the 7th inning of game one was a sensational circus catch in right center. The Mets led 7-0 when the Reds came up to hit. Pete Rose knocked in Lee May to make it 7-1, and then Tony Perez followed with a 2-run shot. The Reds eventually loaded the bases with two outs when the great (and underrated) Vada Pinson drove the ball to deep right center where Stahl made a diving catch on the warning track. Had Stahl not made the play, three runs would have scored easily. There was a lengthy argument by Dave Bristol and the next day's local papers ran a photo that supposedly showed Stahl had dropped the ball. Baseball Digest did a year-end feature in which they selected each team's finest defensive play and Stahl's was selected as the Mets'.

http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=daA0AAAAIBAJ&sjid=BHMFAAAAIBAJ&pg=3637,1781327&dq=mets&hl=en


     — Dave, 03/03/2013 at 1:27 AM

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Re: New York Giants versus Brooklyn Dodgers - May 28, 1947 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Watching the game today from the vantage of 66 years,
it didn't seem so horrific. It was just one of those games.

But it was my first & I was only six & so to my child's sensibility, it was everything & it was horrible. It was like a really bad fairy tale with a deeply unhappy ending.
A year later, in 1948 came the news that the Giants had fired Mel Ott (who was one of Us & a really good guy) & replaced him with Leo Durocher who was a totally bad guy & on of them. How could they do it? My father & I sat in his 33 Dodge outside our house in Woodside. We really were devastated. It was a very hot day. My father said, "That's it. I'm not going to the Polo Grounds again." And he meant it. I was four years before I could get him to go back. It was a terribleday. Over the next few years, my father took me to games at Yankee Stadium. I never liked the Yankees, always rooted against them. It was like we were dating the wrong woman.


     — george shea, 03/01/2013 at 4:27 PM

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Re: New York Giants versus Brooklyn Dodgers - May 28, 1947 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I believe this was the first game i ever saw. i was in the
second grade in school in ny. we were giant fans. i was not
yet seven years old. the game was a total horror show. 14-2 dodgers. five months later my father (who was a Fordham grd & recalled when Fordham was a big football power) took me to the PG to see Fordham play Penn State. (What was he thinking?) Another horror show, worse than the first. Penn State 75 Fordham 0.


     — george shea, 03/01/2013 at 3:58 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 1, 1949 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was born across the East River in Doctor's Hospital (long now condos) near the United Nations, minutes after this game. Twelve years later, just off a big Little League season, I was waiting to catch the boat to Martha's Vineyard. I saw a handsome gentleman waiting in the ticket lobby, approached him and said quietly, "Aren't you.... ?" but before I could say, "Jackie Robinson" he leaned over and whispered, "Yes I am."

     — Jonny Haydn, 02/21/2013 at 4:26 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus New York Yankees - October 5, 1960 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

Greatest ending to World Series game and Series

     — Joe Sinatra, 02/08/2013 at 10:45 PM

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Re: New York Mets versus Los Angeles Dodgers - June 16, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

1st baseball game . I was 10yrs. old and my Dad took me and a friend . Seaver vs. Messersmith still have my stub !

     — Conor, 02/08/2013 at 3:55 PM

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Re: Musials's greatest game

Baseball has lost a corner stone of baseball greats. Stan "The Man" Musial was and still is the greatest player in St.Louis history. My father told me a story of how he and my grandpa went to a doubleheader in May of 1954. The funny thing about the whole day was my grandpa denying that Stan Musial was a good ball player. But every time Stan got a hit my grandpa would say something about how he got the hit or the quality of the pitcher throwing to Stan. But after Stan hit that 5th homer. All my grandpa could say was " HELLA VA MAN HELLA VA MAN "
I think that was typical of the fans that never saw him play. But even my grandpa who was a devout Browns fan was converted that day. He was lucky to see Stan " THE MAN " Musial define a great baseball player.
Thanks for letting me tell this story.
Mike


     — Mike Dea'k , 01/26/2013 at 3:01 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Montreal Expos - May 26, 1991 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I went to this game with my dad at 10 years old and caught a ball in warm ups hit by mark grace. I still have this ball today. Great times!!!

     — Ryan Geers, 01/06/2013 at 6:33 PM

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May 4, 1984 Dave Kingman Metrodome Popup

Simulation errantly lists 4th inning hit as a line drive past centerfielders Darrell Brown, when ball actually drifted, lodged into vent hole in Teflon roof above third baseman John Castino.

     — Michael, 12/29/2012 at 12:28 AM

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Re: Kansas City Royals versus Oakland Athletics - October 7, 1981 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

Flew back to K.C., from Reno, for the induction of my Grandfather into the Baker University Athletic Hall of Fame ( M.O. Hodges ), the following weekend. Attended this game, seat location was front row, 3rd base side, directly in front of the infield/outfield cutout. I was just wowed by the perfect fall Midwest day, and Kauffman Stadium. Great memories of a trip back to the K.C. area.

     — Gary Porter, 12/26/2012 at 10:20 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 26, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Bob Gibson pitching, Mike Schmidt batting, I let a foul ball go right through my hands.

     — Ron Hartwig, 12/24/2012 at 10:45 AM

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Re: San Diego Padres versus Atlanta Braves - April 20, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was lucky enough to be at that game -- with a law school classmate -in the 4th inning - Ozzie Smith made the best play I have ever seen -- after 60 years of watching baseball -- on tv and in person and all over the world - this was the best play ever.....

     — colonel, 12/20/2012 at 11:21 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - June 29, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

my first yankee game tresh and howard homered final 2-0 bombers (no Mick today)

     — john meehan, 12/13/2012 at 9:01 PM

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Yankees-Boston Red Sox - September 23, 1950

My 11th birthday, and my first major league game.

     — Bob Kelleter, 12/11/2012 at 9:31 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Kansas City Athletics - May 25, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have an unused ticket to this game for a lower reserved seat in section 6 row 20 seat 15 if anyone has an interest in buying this. Call me on my cell 443-876-7004

     — Chris Woodall, 11/28/2012 at 5:12 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 14, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at the game cant remember why Clemente didnt play it was a no-hitter by Gibson

     — Joe Sinatra, 11/15/2012 at 1:26 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - August 2, 1973 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

my first mlb game.my dad took me I was 11 days shy of 9 years old,Orlando Cepeda who is my favorite all time player was on deck in the 1st inning.I asked my dad to go closer to field and he said ok.I yelled to him over and over to hit it out.I yelled Cepeda hit it out! Over and over. He did and it was a long long home run out over the monster.When he touched home he looked right at me. I will never forget it the #1 highlight for life.I later learned how Cepeda played for the kids and dedicated some much to kids.thank you Orlando Cepeda.

     — anthony reardon, 11/11/2012 at 6:48 AM

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orlando cepeda home run

I was 9 years old my dad took me to see the game at fenway park.2 men were on base and my favoriteplayer,Orlando cepeda was on deck.I ran over screaming Cepeda hit it out over and over again.He did and when he touched home he looked right at me I will never forget it. the red sox won 10 to 0.aug 2nd 1973

     — anthony reardon, 11/10/2012 at 7:03 AM

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Re: AL All-Stars versus NL All-Stars - July 9, 1991 - All Star Lineup and other Game Information

i have an autographed july 1991 all star baseball

     — javon, 10/26/2012 at 5:53 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Philadelphia Phillies - July 10, 1994 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I went to this game. I am from Costa Rica and I was studying in Modesto, California for two months. That Sunday I took a bus to San Francisco, and then a taxi to Candlestick Park to see the game. It was very exciting for me and I enjoyed it a lot.. Since then, I am a fan of the San Francisco Giants.

     — Mario Alpizar, 10/26/2012 at 2:43 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Milwaukee Braves - April 28, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hi Rob. Are you asking for a dvd showing the actual video of this game, or a dvd showing the graphical replay we do? If the former, which I assume you are, then unfortunately the answer would be no. You may try the local San Francisco or Milwaukee TV stations.

     — Ken Revis, 10/25/2012 at 8:13 AM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Milwaukee Braves - April 28, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Hi,Do you have a Dvd of this game I can buy.?

     — rob alexander, 10/24/2012 at 10:02 PM

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Re: Colorado Rockies versus Philadelphia Phillies - May 12, 2010 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Cold game time temp 39 degrees. Having been snowed out the day before I wasn't going to miss 2 games in a row having travelled 2000 miles from Maine to visit and see some games.
With my friends Bill Peckat and Jack McCracken we hunkered down for a great game. I got some gear at Bass Pro Shops, socks and rain hoodies and saw a great game.
The Rockies chased Roy Halladay in the seventh tying up what was a 3-1 deficit.
Then first pitch of bottom of the tenth catcher Miguel Olivo blasts one down the left field line. Our seats were directly looking down the third base line and Olivos' shot left his bat like a rocket in flight. Whamo. Game over........and we cared not it was cold.....Great memories........Thanks so much for this site....One thing would of made it so much better...Our friend Bobby Reynolds was a no show lol.........love you Bob


     — Howie Russell, 10/23/2012 at 6:45 PM

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Re: New York Giants versus Milwaukee Braves - June 24, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

i have unused tickets for this game, for sale....great condition...!!

     — john St.Peter, 10/22/2012 at 8:22 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Brooklyn Dodgers - May 31, 1954 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

At game. The last out was somewhat more than a fly to center. Vin Scully has mentioned this as one of the great catches and it is written up on the back of the Willie Jones 1955 Bowman baseball card in detail

     — Frank Halsall, 10/20/2012 at 12:28 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Brooklyn Dodgers - May 31, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

At game. Willie Jones triple was less than a line drive. While attempting to avoid injury from a Drysdale pitch, he stuck his bat out and hit a bloop excuse-me ball down the right field line for a triple

     — Frank Halsall, 10/20/2012 at 12:19 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Los Angeles Dodgers - June 4, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

At game. Crowd electric for Richie Allen steal attempt. Howard's homer was on the roof on the roof in left center

     — Frank halsall, 10/20/2012 at 12:06 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 29, 1955 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

What a great experience for you. My first game was the last game of the 1954 season Dodgers vs. Pirates at Ebbets Field.Pitcher for Brooklyn was Karl Spooner who struck out 12 Bucs. in only his second game following a 15 strikeout performance in his debut. Gil Hodges hit a towering homer late in the game for a 1-0 Dodger win. How good was that!

     — Joel migdal, 10/18/2012 at 2:50 AM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 29, 1955 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first Dodgers game - I was 9. Dad and I sat in the lower deck along the third base line. I remember Duke Snider hitting a hsot off the base of the RF wall in the 1st inning and sliding under the tag for a triple. He later homered (although I don't remember that). A couple left handed Cards hitters also slugged HRs to the opposite field. Podres was theDodger pitcher that day..

     — andrew, 10/12/2012 at 4:23 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - April 13, 1984 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have a baseball inscribed as: "Friday opening day april 13, 1984 Stapleton 1st base". Assuming ball was caught after Dave hit it...but just wild assumption.

I am not a baseball fan, but was given this ball. Any way to find value or was someone just a Dave Stapleton fan?

Thanks,
Dane


     — Dane, 10/03/2012 at 9:46 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Baltimore Orioles - September 14, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

First game that my dad took me to. Was Remembrance Day celebration for Freehan, Stanley, Brown, Horton and Lolich. I remember walking up the ramp outside the stadium for what seemed like forever, till we got to the ramp to our seats. When I looked out at the lush green field, perfect dirt in the infield and row after row of green seats, it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen.

     — Chris Kies, 09/25/2012 at 7:37 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - September 25, 1999 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Got engaged before this game. Had first row seats right by the Tiger bullpen. Pretty great day

     — Chris Kies, 09/25/2012 at 7:31 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Cincinnati Reds - October 3, 1919 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

The starting lineup for October 2 in BacktoBaseball shows the lineup consistent with your comments. Perhaps the Post was referring to the October 2nd game?

     — Ken Revis, 09/20/2012 at 9:44 AM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Cincinnati Reds - October 3, 1919 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I live in cincinnati ohio and was having some work done on my house. One of the men working found an old stack of newspapers with some historical news. One was from the Cincinnati Post dated October 2,1919. It has the starting line up of both teams. On the Reds side it Lists Sallee as the pitcher Not fisher. the White Sox lineup List everyone except it has E.Collins at 2nd base and Williams as the pitcheron the score card.

     — Jeff, 09/18/2012 at 3:29 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Minnesota Twins - September 16, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

There's no reason the White Sox should have stayed in the race as long as they did . . . but this was one of the games that kind of made you believe it could happen.

I was 10 years old at the time, my first year as a baseball fan, and I can remember the excitement of that season. Nowadays, 1967 tends to only be associated with the Red Sox, but for fans of all four teams in that summer's pennant race, it was spell-binding.

The White Sox held their own against the better clubs; what's unfortunate was that they lost their last five games of the season, a doubleheader against mediocre Kansas City and then a three-game series to last-place Washington. Had they won four of those games, it would have been the rebirth of the hitless wonder White Sox that would have been remembered from that summer.


     — Van Nightingale, 09/07/2012 at 7:20 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Minnesota Twins - August 25, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I saw this game with one of my best friends and grandfather. I remember little about how the game went, after all that was 45 years ago, but do recall that it was extremely boring as no-hitters can be! I've been to very few MLB games and this was one, imagine that, I saw a no-hitter.

     — Jim, 08/30/2012 at 2:04 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Kansas City Athletics - June 25, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Billy Loes received a belt buckle from management for this no-run game. (I just sold it on ebay.) Inscription says:

June 26, 1957
Billy Loes
Orioles 5 Kansas City 0

Front says
4 Orioles O's

The buckle says Sterling on the back under the inscription, so it is probably sterling silver.
Actual Weight is 1.3 ounces.


     — Steve Rogers, 08/29/2012 at 5:38 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Washington Senators - May 29, 1960 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I also remember, as if he is again young and Yanks' first sacker, Moose Skowron in the three-run sixth slamming a triple which rolled all the way to the left field bleachers. Third base coach Frank Crosetti sends Moose around third for an
inside-the-park home run! But the now chugging slugger is tagged out about two-thirds of the way down the third bade line. An inside -the-park HR by Moose would have been one of the most improbable feats in baseball history!
May God rest his immortal soul. Skowron was one of my favorite Yankees.

inside-the-park HR


     — Spencer Warren, 08/28/2012 at 5:09 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Washington Senators - May 29, 1960 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game! My Dad took me as this was my tenth birthday. As with other games of my childhood my memory is precise and vivid! I feel I am sitting with my father in the perfect box seats his client gave him - mezzanine a few rows
.
behind the broadcast booth. $3.50!. Still have all my scorecards and yearbooks.

As if he is before me this very minute, I am awe-struck as Mantle speeds up the line in
the 11th and beats Becquer to the bag. Never had I seen anybody run so fast and never have since! Then Lopez's HR
like a golf slice, a low line drive, curls around the base of the right field flag
pole!! Thanks so much for your site and I shall search for more games as I journey back as on a tome machine back into my childhood.


     — Spencer Warren, 08/28/2012 at 4:34 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - June 7, 1970 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first Yankee game with my Dad. I was 11 yrs. old, it was Bat Day and I can STILL see how green the grass was! BTW it was Thurman Munson's 23rd birthday. (OK, so the Chisox won!) Still one of the greatest days of my life!

     — John Brhel, 08/27/2012 at 10:49 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus Houston Astros - June 13, 2012 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

We are from out-of-town and it was our first Giants game.
What a night! Great weather. Great seats. Plenty of runs for the Giants, lots of action.
And then the perfect game from Matt Cain.


     — Greg, 08/26/2012 at 11:13 AM

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Game 6 of 2003 NLCS

this is the Bartman game. fast-forward to the 8th and you can still hear the echoes of Cubs' fans breaking hearts.

     — M K, 08/23/2012 at 10:19 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - May 27, 2005 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game and remember Sheffield hitting the sign on the facing of the second deck in left field for a three run homer.

     — Bruce Hoddinott, 08/20/2012 at 3:06 PM

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Re: California Angels versus Detroit Tigers - August 24, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information


As an aside to this regular season game, an Old-Timers Day was held and held fascination for fans getting the opportunity to watch 'old-timer' Sandy Koufax pitch.
To put how special the occasion was in perspective, keep in mind that Koufax had been out of baseball for just slightly less than three years and was still only 33-something at the time.

As a personal aside to the game: if by some slim chance you're reading this, Craig Covello, hope you and your family are doing well!


     — Vic, 08/19/2012 at 11:52 AM

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Re: Situational statistics

We do plan to add pitchers sometime in the near future.

     — Ken Revis, 08/13/2012 at 8:36 AM

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Re: Situational statistics

Enjoy the info. Will pitchers be available at some point?

     — Sid the Kid, 08/12/2012 at 10:31 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - July 20, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first game at Fenway. I was 8 yrs old sitting between my dad and grandfather. Witnessed a no-hitter by JB. Didn't really understand what a no- hitter was back then. I sit here today at 63 yrs old and I remember that Ted made the final out on a fly ball to a young Al Kaline. My dad saw the Babe hit his final homeruns with the Boston Braves. At least I can say I saw Ted play even saw him hit a homer another day.

     — Michael Maturi, 08/05/2012 at 11:59 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Washington Senators - July 19, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

That night I was there as part of a group of Navy enlistees that were presented before the game as "Tiger Co." , on our way to Great Lakes Naval Training Center after the game. As we marched on the field past the Senators dugout, I heard some of the players calling us "fools!" and "suckers" along with some derisive laughter. What Justin Verlander is doing to show support to the vets now is cool. What a difference in two wars.!!

     — bob, 07/26/2012 at 12:03 AM

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Re: Kansas City Athletics versus Boston Red Sox - June 24, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was eleven years old and my first major league game.
In the third (maybe 4th) inning, Harry Suitcase Simpson hit a 516 foot homer out of the stadium and onto Brooklyn Avenue that bounced onto a passing streetcar! I was hooked on baseball since!


     — Jim Pirch, 07/23/2012 at 5:26 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus San Francisco Giants - June 10, 2003 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Bonds at his juiced-up best. Crowd booing his every at-bat, hatred flowing, electricity throughout the park, then Garland serves one up and Bonds hits it so hard that they're still looking for it, and the crowd goes "Oooh, ahhh, wow, look at that!" And then, right back to the booing. I had to chuckle at the juxtaposition.

     — A.J., 07/18/2012 at 8:32 AM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Kansas City Royals - July 20, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game was played the same day that Astronaut Neil Armstrong stepped onto the moon from Apollo 11

     — Mike L, 07/16/2012 at 12:29 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 6, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game was played the same day that Senator Robert Kennedy was assasinated in Los Angeles...

     — Mike L, 07/16/2012 at 12:08 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates - April 21, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game was played the same day that the Chicago area experienced a outbreak of tornadoes which killed over 40 people.

     — Mike L, 07/16/2012 at 11:40 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Los Angeles Dodgers - July 26, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My grandfather took me to my first game. It was hot in the sun, and cool in the shade, so we moved back and forth from the sun to under the scoreboard in the bleachers. You could do that in those days. Gramp revisited a conversation with a chain-smoking one-legged man all afternoon. It turned out that the guy ran the Sox when I took Gramp to his last game at Comiskey Park years later. The day after that, Tony LaRussa (who was on the Cubs roster that day in '68) took over for Don Kessinger (who started at short vs. the Dodgers that day) as manager of the Sox.

Of course, we knew none of this, either time. We just loved baseball, and sharing it, and this was a particularly golden day in what turned out to be the end of an era. It's colored my appreciation of baseball ever since.


     — Jim Wilson, 07/14/2012 at 7:49 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - August 1, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I took my grandfather to what turned out to be the last game he ever attended (he took me to my first game at Wrigley Field several years earlier). Don Kessinger was one of my Cubs Favorites in the past, and this turned out to be his last game in the majors, as player/manager on the Sox. The next day, he was replaced by Tony LaRussa who was on the Cubs roster when we saw them play the Dodgers all those years previously. After the game, Yankees star Thurman Munson died in a plane crash. When the season ended, Bill Veeck (who was in the bleachers at that earlier Cubs-Dodgers game) sold the Sox, the last team he owned, for the last time.

     — Jim Wilson, 07/14/2012 at 7:30 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus California Angels - August 27, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Great game for a 15-year old life long Sox fan. Moret was electric for a short time and with 2 Rookie sensations like Rice & Lynn, it is doubtful baseball will see another team like the '75 Sox.

     — robert swift, 07/14/2012 at 11:34 AM

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Re: New York Giants versus Cleveland Indians - September 29, 1954 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

You can see the box score. When you click on the red "View Game" button, it brings up the play by play first page. You can then click on the Last/Box button which will bring up the full play by play as well as a link to the Baseball-Reference box score.

     — Ken Revis, 07/06/2012 at 6:37 PM

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Re: New York Giants versus Cleveland Indians - September 29, 1954 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

Like to see the box score

     — John Sandman, 07/06/2012 at 5:22 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - May 8, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I don't know when Eddie Mayo was honored with "Eddie Mayo Day". Do you have any other facts about the game you were at? Who hit homers, etc? Then we might be able to help you.

     — Ken Revis, 07/06/2012 at 7:41 AM

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Re: Oakland Athletics versus Cleveland Indians - June 17, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

When the Giants traded Gaylord Perry in 1972 I refused to go to any more Giants games for many years. Instead, I went to see the A;'s when Perry pitched against them. After awhile I became a rabid A's fan and went to many games, especially when Billy Martin was manager. I had to go back to Candlestick Park only when Perry was later in the National League again but remained an A's fan. I like the Giants better in the last 3 years so I love both teams now. Please A's, find a way to stay in Oakland. thank you...

     — Sybilla, 07/04/2012 at 6:29 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Los Angeles Dodgers - May 20, 2011 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

that game the white sox were 2 strikes away from winning their 4th straight game vs dodgers but an .099 player Russ Mitchell hit an game tying home run off closer serigo Santos at us cellular field in Chicago Il

     — Emily, 07/04/2012 at 2:51 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - May 8, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Did they honor Eddie Mayo (Tiger second baseman) honored with a "Eddie Mayo Day" at this game? If not do you know the date of his "Day"? I was at his "Day" and since this was his last year I was wondering if this was the game. I would like to get the box score of my first game. Thank you, Gerry

     — gerry greaney, 07/02/2012 at 8:18 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 12, 2000 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

McGwire was on the disabled list due to knee tendonitis and when he came off it, he only batted once in each game for about 4 games. Since this was an away game, he didn't play in the field.

     — Ken Revis, 06/23/2012 at 7:51 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - September 1, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have seen 1500 games back to 1952. I saw Nolan Ryan 20 times. But I never saw any pitcher throw as hard as Jim Maloney did for 9 innings in this game in any game ever. It was the most powerful pitching performance I have ever seen.

     — Donald McLean, 06/22/2012 at 1:46 AM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 12, 2000 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Why did McGwire start in left field for this game? And then only get one at-bat?

     — Claudio Vargas, 06/21/2012 at 1:25 PM

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Re: San Francisco Giants versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 16, 1961 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My first major league game! I was 9 yrs old! Traveled to Candlestick Park with my Travis A.F.B. Little League!

     — Donald Osborne, 06/07/2012 at 5:49 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Boston Braves - April 20, 1948 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

this is a fantastic website! i live in arlington virginia 2 miles from the library of congress and the national archives! if i can help in anyway, please let me know. i have done research on books and films since 1976. the first book that idid research on .was the acclaim book the beach boys and the california myth by david leaf circa november 1978. cheers!!

     — dwight whikehart, 06/06/2012 at 5:18 PM

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Re: San Diego Padres versus New York Mets - July 21, 1970 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

closest Padres have ever gotten to a no-hitter!

     — jimbo, 06/04/2012 at 6:03 PM

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Re: Cubs vs. Reds July 2, 1967

The day was July 2, 1967. The Cubs were playing the final game of a 12 game homestand of which they had already won 10. Jenkins on the mound. Cubs hadn't finished in the first division since 1946. That day they won 4-1 and for a brief time the Cubs pennant topped the National league. No fans left the stadium until the Cub Pennant was raised above St. Louis. My greatest Cub memory

     — Duncan Sturdley, 04/04/2012 at 2:13 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Angels versus Baltimore Orioles - May 5, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first no-hitter ever thrown on the West Coast, as Belinsky accomplished this before Sandy Koufax did. Bo was unhittable this day.

     — Stan Vitek, 04/04/2012 at 12:07 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Boston Red Sox - July 12, 1970 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game with my family - I was 11 years old. This was the second game of a doubleheader. When Lasher hit Conigliaro in the top of the first, Conigliaro charged the mound, and a big bench clearing brawl ensued.

     — Rob, 04/02/2012 at 10:56 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Los Angeles Dodgers - September 7, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Morgan hit the big homer in the 8th off of Mike Marshall. Joe was playing injured, and he swung weakly at the previous pitch and stumbled. Then he smashed the next pitch - I'll never forget it. Marshall was shocked - that was his big year and he was pitching almost every other game in relief.

     — M Gallo, 03/13/2012 at 3:54 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - July 18, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

On the final out of game Kaline did not settle under Mickey Mantle's fly ball. Mantle hit a shot to deep right center, fans were going crazy thinking it's gone, when Kaline sprinted back to wall, jumped up on tarped part of wall, leaned over fence and caught ball. At time it was considered top 5 catches of all time! I was there with dad and older brother.

     — Pat Adonizio, 03/11/2012 at 12:16 PM

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Re: Mantle/Maris 1961 Home Run Quest

I graduated from 8th grade in Spring of 1961, and Calvin Griffith had moved the Washington Senators to Minnesota for its first season as the Minnesota Twins. In fact, we were so excited when Pedreo Ramos beat the N.Y. Yankees at New York in the season opener. Truly though, as an 11 year old Minneapolis kid, the M&M Boys won my heart and gave me a foundation for the great game of baseball in the summer of 1961, but Harmon Killebrew would soon become my idol for all time. Bob Cunningham, Minneapolis

     — Bob Cunningham, 02/26/2012 at 3:14 AM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race - First day of blog. July 13th. 5 teams in contention for pennant.

I met the girl I would marry on August 25th 1967. Dean Chance threw a no hitter for the Twins that day which was a good omen. 42 years later and 2 World Series championships for the Minnesota Twins (1987 & 1991), since that 1967 season when the Twins lost there final 2 games to Boston, while needing to win only one to capture the Pennant, left a jaw dropping impression,that continues to this day of that great year in Baseball! Bob Cunningham, Minneapolis

     — Bob Cunningham, 02/26/2012 at 2:33 AM

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Re: California Angels versus New York Yankees - May 2, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My favorite sporting event of all time. Nolan struck out Reggie three times. Seat cushion night, which made for a deafening noise from the crowd.

     — Mike, 02/18/2012 at 6:01 AM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus Brooklyn Dodgers - September 25, 1955 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is the first game I ever attended. With my father, grandfather and uncle. The Pirates lost 4-0. We sat in the bleachers.

     — Israel Pickholtz, 02/01/2012 at 5:40 PM

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Re: New York Mets versus Pittsburgh Pirates - August 20, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My very first baseball game; my dad took me. I was 10 years old...not even a baseball or Met fan. Became both that day...it was a Twi-Nite doubleheader and true to form...Mets lost both games.

     — David E. Freeman, 01/31/2012 at 7:31 AM

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Re: St. Louis Cardinals versus Montreal Expos - September 16, 1993 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

In the Expos seventh inning, Moises Alou rounded 1st base and caught his cleats in the carpet with such force he broke his fibula and dislocated his ankle. Alou was out for the season. The Expos, five games out of first place, met the Phillies on the weekend in a final showdown.

     — Gosh Fowler, 01/29/2012 at 8:38 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Brewers versus Detroit Tigers - July 26, 1976 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Brings back some of those wonder memeries of my youth. This was my 1st ever pro game. Before the game I was standing by the Brewers dugout. H. Aaron came over to me and signed the cover of my program. Then the Batting Practice horn sounded. No more auto. Darrell Porter walked by me coming in from the bullpen. He tossed me a ball that I dropped, he smiled and came over pick me up over the rail so I could go a retrieve the baseball. I was 11 yrs. old. It was so cool!!!

     — Richie Bills, 01/26/2012 at 4:56 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race - July 15th - Tony Oliva hits a walk-off home run. Killebrew hits 2.

The Red Sox game started with Gary Waslewski walking the first two batters on a total of nine pitches and going to a 2-0 count on Paul Blair, when he was removed with a back injury. Santiago came in, ran the count to 3-2,then Blair, with the runners moving,lined into a 5-4-3 triple play,and the Red Sox responded with four runs in the bottom of the first. Quite a momentum swing

     — Robert Slaney, 01/17/2012 at 4:36 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Seattle Mariners - June 1, 1998 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Although this game is usually referenced as starting at 7:35 p.m., and my ticket stub from the game also says 7:35 p.m., it was actually rescheduled as an afternoon game - I believe a 2 p.m. start.

     — Wayne, 01/16/2012 at 1:36 PM

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Re: Montreal Expos versus St. Louis Cardinals - October 3, 1990 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was Tim Raines last game as an Expos prior to is return a lot of years later

     — Patrick Hamelin, 01/14/2012 at 2:15 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus New York Mets - April 4, 1994 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Thank you for pointing out this error. We have corrected the error. We rely on and appreciate all comments from fans like you.

     — Ken Revis, 01/05/2012 at 9:39 PM

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Re: San Diego Padres versus Chicago Cubs - June 23, 1996 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

In top of 9th Chicago Manager Jim Riggleman ejected by Greg Bonin over Scott Bullett called 3rd strike.

     — Al Barlick, 01/02/2012 at 5:52 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus New York Mets - April 4, 1994 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Why, in the diagran is Jeff Kent shown as both the 1st and second baseman?

     — Dana Mix, 12/31/2011 at 10:22 PM

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Re: Houston Astros versus San Francisco Giants - September 25, 1986 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

On Tuesday, Sept. 23rd, Jim Deshaies fires a two-hitter and ties a NL record when he strikes out the first eight Dodgers. On Sept. 24th, Nolan Ryan takes a one-hitter into the ninth inning against the Giants. The next afternoon, MIKE SCOTT THROWS A NO-HITTER TO CLINCH THE DIVISION FOR HOUSTON. Tell me of any other consecutive pitching performances to match that!!!!

     — Kurt Novak, 12/27/2011 at 12:28 PM

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Re: Minnesota Twins versus Chicago White Sox - July 31, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first MLB game I ever attended, highlighted by Richie "Dick" Allen hitting two inside-the-park home runs. I believe this tied a major league record at that time. The first was legit—but on second one, as I remember, Bobby Darwin came in a step or two before realizing it was a laser that wasn't going to come down.

     — K P Gjovik, 12/23/2011 at 2:49 AM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

In July there was a terrible civil disturbance and the city was a scary place all of a sudden. If there was not a riot, there would have been 55,000 at the park. People were afraid to go downtown as it was too soon after a week of looting, fires, and 44 people killed. The weather caused the Tigers to play back to back twin bills and in the second game on Saturday, their bullpen blew a four run lead, including a bonehead play by pitcher Hank Aguirre who had a chance to turn a double play on a comebacker to the mound and instead threw home for a bases loaded force out. The Angels then knocked in the go ahead and winning runs afterwards. It was a game Detroit should have won but the Angels and Bill RIgney really were geared up to spoil the Tigers chances. Marginal left hand hitters like Roger Repoz, Jimmie Hall, and a fair ball player like Don Mincher just loved Tiger Stadium and it's inviting right field porch in the series. With the split on Saturday, the Tigers had to win both games o

     — John Bartony, 12/17/2011 at 10:36 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 11, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Byron Browne hit a drive into right center field that would have been a homerun in any other national league park and an extrabase hit with any other right fielder other than Roberto Clemente. As it was, Pirates won 4-2.

     — David Keys, 12/16/2011 at 5:22 PM

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Dick Bertell

Dick Bertell's last Major League stolen base. See previous game for his first Major League stolen base.

     — John Kuro, 12/08/2011 at 1:47 PM

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Dick Bertell

Dick Bertell's first Major League stolen base. See next game for his last Major League stolen base.



     — John Kuro, 12/08/2011 at 1:42 PM

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Re: Atlanta Braves versus Philadelphia Phillies - May 22, 1982 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I went to this game with my Aunt Lucille and my brother, Doug - the tickets were purchased as a High School Graduation gift from Doug. I got to see my Baseball idol Pete "Charlie Hustle" Rose lead the Phils to a win over the Braves with a 2-run double and a run scored. Larry McWilliams, the starting pitcher from the August 1978 game that ended Rose's 44-game hitting streak, was the starter for the Braves in this game as well. I didn't get Rose's autograph for this game, but I got one from then-Braves manager Joe Torre - many seasons before he added his name to the great Yankee managers of all-time. I remember Rose hitting "fungo-like" back at HOF'er Mike Schmidt on Phils visiting dugout side as I was getting my seat - on the Phillies side. I felt like a kid again, and MLB just isn't the same anymore. Rose, Schmidt, Murphy, The Mad Hungarian, and more - what a memorable game. I remember Carl Yastremski had a big game that day, like Rose. Just one month later, they would both gra

     — John C. Carey, 12/03/2011 at 2:52 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Cincinnati Reds - October 5, 1961 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I remember when Elio Chacon scored the go-ahead run in the 5th. It was a very exciting, daring play. While it was technically a passed ball on Elston Howard, it appeared to me, an 8 year old at the time, that Chacon had stolen home. It was about the only play Reds fans were able to get excited about in this World Series.

     — Bruce McNeely, 11/28/2011 at 12:04 AM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - June 1, 1957 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I believe this was the first major league game I attended. I was too young to remember much about it but my older brother told me about the lop-sided score in later years. Interesting that Joe Nuxhall got the save when he came into the game with a 22-2 lead. Also the simulation here is inaccurate as the Reds home dugout was on the 3rd base side at Crosley Field.

     — Bruce McNeely, 11/27/2011 at 11:50 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Francisco Giants - July 11, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

1st game I ever attended as a 9 year old kid!!!

     — Robert Waggoner, 11/22/2011 at 12:48 PM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus San Francisco Giants - April 15, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I didn't realize that Willie Mays, at age 38 was leading off for the Giants! Interesting.

     — Stuart, 11/21/2011 at 3:11 PM

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Re: Montreal Expos versus St. Louis Cardinals - April 14, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I didn't know this existed--thank you! And if this, or any of the other games played by the Montreal Expos was on the popular website You Tube, I will be fainting!

     — Marty (Costa Mesa), 11/13/2011 at 1:32 PM

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Re: Cincinnati Reds versus New York Mets - August 25, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first Major League game I ever saw, and I was amazed to see that the players had to walk through the concourse and through the stands to get from the clubhouses to the dugouts. A couple of years ago I met Al Jackson at the Mets spring training camp, and told him that he pitched the first ML game I ever saw - at Crosley Field. His response, laughingly - "Dang, you're getting old. They've had two ballparks since then!"

     — Tom Hufford, 11/07/2011 at 9:18 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Detroit Tigers - July 12, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Disco Demolition Night! Game forfeited without being played. Ouch. Truly a low moment.

     — Dan. G., 11/07/2011 at 6:36 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - May 16, 1953 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This game is a bit screwy-I clicked on it to watch Tommy Byrne's pinch grand slam in the top of the 9th, but the inning won't pull up, nor do the innings go from top to bottom (eg.-the bottom of the 7th is followed by the bottom of the 8th)

     — Dan. G., 11/07/2011 at 5:46 PM

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Re: Great Moments

Re: Post #5 below, we are considering other great pennant races, including the 1964 season, not to mention the recently concluded season where 2 teams collapsed and 2 made incredible comebacks, including the Cardinals.

     — Ken Revis, 11/02/2011 at 12:07 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - July 19, 1976 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My very first night game. I was seven years old and anttended the game with my father. We sat through a downpour that delayed the game. I remember several fans cavorting on the tarp in the rain, and a huge lightning bolt cracking in right field. The game ended at a quarter to midnight.

     — Dan G., 10/31/2011 at 12:22 PM

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Re: Chicago White Sox versus Milwaukee Brewers - September 30, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Beltin' Bill Melton smacks his 33rd home run of the season to beat out Reggie Jackson and Norm Cash for the AL Home Run Crown, the first Sox player to win the title. A great moment in Sox history, witnessed by 2,000 fans. Not quite as compelling as Mickey and Roger's race to 61, I guess.

"Every man's great moment on the White Sox comes when no one is watching."-Jean Shepard


     — Dan G., 10/31/2011 at 12:19 PM

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Re: Great Moments

I am glad to see the White Sox get some love from your site, what with the 1967 AL pennant race and I feel they are well-represented in your "Great Moments." I also like that you are highlighting 1951. How about a highlight of the last 12 games of the 1964 NL season, when the Cardinals overtook the Phillies? That would be a great one. Just a friendly suggestion.

I stumbled on to this website by accident and I am stunned by the wealth of info on here. This must have taken years and years to put together. You ought to (insert tongue-in-cheek) put a warning label at the top that this site may become highly addictive!


     — Dan G., 10/31/2011 at 11:39 AM

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Re: Kansas City Royals versus New York Yankees - July 23, 1988 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first AL game I ever saw. Incredible game. Winfield goes nuts with two bombs early, one grand slam. I can still see the ball sitting in the lawn behind the left field fence - not there any more. Bo goes deep, then boyhood idol George Brett hits two, the last one off Righetti in the bottome of the 8th to take the lead. Top of ninth was epic, with Clark and Winfield fanning with the bases loaded. Crowd was very loud. Very exciting game and finish.

     — Dave Andrzejewski, 10/27/2011 at 12:20 PM

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Re: Kansas City Royals versus Cleveland Indians - May 15, 1969 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the 1st Royals game I ever attended. It was Jackson County Junior Deputy Day at Municipal Stadium. As best as I can remember the Royals won.

     — Les Kelsay, 10/27/2011 at 11:10 AM

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Re: Boston Braves versus New York Giants - July 1, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

After the top of 2nd was completed, Boston RF Earl Torgeson went into the Giants dugout and punched NY C Sal Yvears in the eye. Torgeson was evidently upset that Yvears had broken his bat after he hit a single in the first inning. Torgeson was ejected by HP Umpire Larry Goetz and Boston reserve Vern Bickford was also ejected for arguing with Goetz.

     — Al Barlick, 10/25/2011 at 10:40 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Colorado Rockies - August 4, 1996 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Bichette ejected in top of 9th by Wally Bell after being called out at 1B.

     — Al Barlick, 10/23/2011 at 2:57 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Colorado Rockies - August 4, 1996 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Last 5th Pick off of Gonzalez should be 1-6, not 2-6

     — Al Barlick, 10/22/2011 at 12:14 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Colorado Rockies - August 4, 1996 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Pick off at 2B of McRae in last of 1st should be 1-6, not 2-6

     — Al Barlick, 10/21/2011 at 7:59 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 30, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was sitting in the blue section up high and way down the left field line. In the 8th, Gene Oliver hit what looked like a lazy fly ball right down the left field line. It looked deep, but I thought the field would hold it. Tommy Davis disappeared from view and I was unable to see if he caught it or if it was fair or foul, but from the sound of the crowd, I knew it had cleared the fence. I turned to my best friend Glenn Mauer and said, "I think we're in trouble, I don't think we can beat the Giants in a playoff." I then went to the concession stand and bought a 'Crying Towel', the last one I've ever seen for sale. It had all the 62 Dodger players names on it, and there was a wooden dowel across the top and a braded golden rope to hang it from. It disappeared in one of the moves my mother made when I was in Viet Nam. For the last 10, I've been looking to replace it. I had just turned 15 years-old five days before the game. Glenn's parents had taken me to the game for my birthday.

     — John Olson, 10/19/2011 at 7:28 PM

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Re: Tampa Bay Rays versus Houston Astros - June 20, 2008 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Do you know where I can find a video of this game?

     — Patrick, 10/10/2011 at 11:23 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Boston Red Sox - August 11, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

First game I saw.
Sat in the RF bleachers for $.50.
O's outhit 16-8, but won 8-7.


     — Rich Dee, 10/09/2011 at 10:09 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - June 28, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I caught Yaz's HR in the 4th inning of this game

     — Chris Gallo, 10/09/2011 at 10:08 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Pittsburgh Pirates - September 16, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

my frist baseball game ever. thank you

     — scott keiper , 10/09/2011 at 11:35 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Kansas City Royals - April 8, 1978 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was at this game, and we FROZE. It must have been the fastest 8-5 game in MLB history--2 hours and 18 minutes. So much first-ball hitting because the players just wanted to get outta there after all the runs were scored early. A win for the Tribe, though--that was the bottom line for us. Then, back to the campus at Kent State!

     — Greg Hallaman, 10/03/2011 at 10:02 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Oakland Athletics - July 16, 1976 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first game ever. I was 9 years old. My mother got the tickets -- behind the screen, perhaps 20th row -- at Osmun's. The clerk who sold us the tickets guessed that Fidrych's turn would be this night, and he was right. We stayed right to the end.

Great night.


     — David R, 10/02/2011 at 9:35 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 11, 1976 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

First Tiger game I ever saw in person.

     — David Bronson, 09/22/2011 at 11:20 PM

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Re: Texas Rangers versus Cleveland Indians - July 14, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

One of greatest pitching duels I have ever seen. Mike Paul for the Rangers starts and throws 11 scoreless innings. Gaylord Perry for the Indians starts and throws 13 scoreless innings. Will never see that kind of pitching again. Rangers lost due to errors. Along with game that Al Oliver hit three home runs, one of best games I ever saw

     — Phil Mahar, 09/15/2011 at 4:48 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - August 12, 1977 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Saw this one in person as the Cubs' 1977 pennant hopes slowly died.

     — Dave, 09/13/2011 at 11:43 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus San Francisco Giants - September 17, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

is there a film of this game available?

     — douglas tressler, 09/05/2011 at 9:47 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus California Angels - June 6, 1971 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My very first red sox game, fathers day, to see my idol gerry moses

     — paul blanchette, 09/03/2011 at 4:14 PM

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Re: New York Giants versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 3, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My family immigrated to America in the mid-forties. We learned to be American thru baseball. My Uncle Sol will never forget watching Bobby Thompson's home run on Oct. 3, 1951, on Broadway + 100th Street thru the window of a TV/appliance store. Many did not yet have TVs. It broke his heart.

     — Danny Lehrman, 08/30/2011 at 4:46 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - October 16, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

this was up there with 86 as a classic red sox collapse that was entirely against all odds. In the history of baseball, what % of the time does a team up 3 runs in the 8th lose a game, anyone know?

I was at the thirsty scholar, a bar in Somerville with my friend and longtime sox sufferer ben Siddall. Simply crushing. Everyone in America knew to take Pedro out...Little's hubris cost the sox a shot at the Series. BUT it made next year allllll the sweeter!


     — Matt Revis, 08/30/2011 at 4:35 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - October 16, 2003 - Playoffs Lineup and other Game Information

My son + I were there. A thrill. Little did mess up. They got better the next year with Francona + their historic come back from 3-0 in the ALCS.

Ironically it was Boone's (descended from Daniel) last game as a Yankee. He broke his ankle playing basket ball in the off season. This brought on A-Rod.

Tough to choose between Boone + Bucky Dent.


     — Danny Lehrman, 08/30/2011 at 4:34 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - June 29, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I have been haunted by the gradual demise of the 51 dodgers after experiencing first hand the 62 dodgers backing in to a league ending playoff with the giants. Both remain a heartbreak even though I was only 3 years old in 1951.

     — Al Crossley, 08/30/2011 at 4:00 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Boston Red Sox - July 11, 1964 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

It was my first major league game. There was a short rain delay, and the game was preceeded by a Tigers father and son game. Thanks for the memories. Sheldon

     — Sheldon Mitz, 08/24/2011 at 4:23 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 27, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the first MLB game I ever attended. I was 5 years old. I went with my Dad and my brother who was 7.
I remember it as a night game and how bright the field looked when we arrived. I remembered Curt Flood more than any other player. No wonder, he had a great night that night even though the Cards lost.


     — H. Brodbeck, 08/24/2011 at 1:53 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Brewers versus Toronto Blue Jays - September 29, 1993 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was the last home game for the Brewers of the 1993 season and it turned out to be Robin Yount's last game at County Stadium. Yount scored a run and threw out a runner trying to advance to third base. Paul Molitor received both applause and a few boos with his first plate appearance and ended up with two doubles and a triple helping the Blue Jays come from behind to win the game 9-6. The Blue Jays went on to win the World Series the next month and Molitor got the MVP award. A skunk somehow ended up in the outfield at one point causing a brief delay.

     — Tim Dye, 08/21/2011 at 9:42 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus New York Mets - June 22, 1998 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

With regards to the query #1 below, I believe it was his 391st career home run.

     — Ken Revis, 08/21/2011 at 4:22 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus New York Mets - June 22, 1998 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Our son caught Cal Ripken's homerun ball at this game
and we always wondered what number homerun it was,
out of his 431 career homeruns. Yup, we still have the ball and season tickets for 22 Jun 1998.


     — Susan Dunaway, 08/20/2011 at 7:45 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Washington Senators - June 9, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Friday night, June 9th 1967 was "Cap" night at Fenway Park. This was the first game I ever went to. Yaz and Joe Foy each had 2 homers and Reggie Smith hit one. Great game to see live action for the first time ever!

     — George Rocheleau, 08/20/2011 at 7:18 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Baltimore Orioles - July 15, 1966 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Earl Wilson's home run was to the upper deck in left field. I was at the game and I had perfect line of site on the ball as I was sitting in the lower deck and could look straight down the 3rd base line. It was 12:58am when he hit it. Miller threw him a change up. It was not a fly ball but a line drive that was still rising when it landed.

     — Dennis Russell, 08/15/2011 at 8:41 PM

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Re: Toronto Blue Jays versus Seattle Mariners - July 21, 1995 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was born while this game was being played! Too bad they didn't win...

     — Becca, 08/13/2011 at 11:22 PM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 14, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The information on this page verifies what you say. If you're looking for photos, etc., have you tried the Detroit newspaper archives or the Detroit libraries?

     — Ken Revis, 08/11/2011 at 6:05 AM

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Re: Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 14, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

THE HALLER BROTHERS MAKE HISTORY!

THE ROYALS VS. TIGERS GAME ON 7/14/72 (ROYALS WON, 1-0) WAS THE ONLY GAME IN MLB HISTORY WHERE TWO BROTHERS WERE IN THE GAME, ONE AS AN UMPIRE (BEHIND HOME PLATE) AND THE OTHER AS A PLAYER (CATCHER). BILL HALLER WAS THE UMPIRE AND HIS YOUNGER BROTHER, TOM HALLER WAS THE CATCHER FOR THE TIGERS.

BOTH WERE BORN IN LOCKPORT, ILLINOIS.

I AM TOM'S BROTHER-IN-LAW (HE AND MY SISTER, JOAN) WERE MARRIED UNTIL TOM'S PASSING IN 2004.

I AM DESPERATELY TRYING TO FIND A PHOTO, AUDIO CLIP, PROGRAM OR SOME OTHER MEMORABILIA TO VERIFY THIS RARE MOMENT IN BASEBALL.

THANK YOU AND KIND REGARDS.

MICHAEL ALEXANDER
MICHAELSFAS@GMAIL.COM


     — MICHAEL ALEXANDER, 08/10/2011 at 10:51 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 25, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The first ball game I ever attended.

     — Dave, 08/09/2011 at 8:33 PM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - August 19, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This is also the 1st time a pitcher who threw a no-hitter went more than 9 innings.

     — Ken Revis, 08/09/2011 at 6:43 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - August 19, 1965 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I attended this game and sat in a box seat up a little from the Cub dugout. The seat cost $3.50 as I recall. It was a hot day and Maloney was sweating heavy. He was kind of wild. He walked ten batters. However, the Cubs could not touch him for a hit. I was thrilled by it. I was only sixteen at the time.

     — Steven Williams, 08/08/2011 at 3:44 PM

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Re: Washington Senators versus New York Yankees - August 8, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The 1953 home run is one of the most famous homers of all time - one of Mantle's longest. The only way to really know about this 1956 game would be to see if you can get a Washington Post report of that game. It would probably mention it if it left the park. Thanks for your comments.

     — Ken Revis, 08/08/2011 at 11:00 AM

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Re: Washington Senators versus New York Yankees - August 8, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My Dad took me to the fame, my first.

We were impressed that Mantle hit his first pitch, as it appeared to us, over the left field bleachers. The only report of Mantle hitting out of the park at Griffith Stadium refer to the Chuck Stobbsgopher in 1953.

Was it an optical illusion?


     — Rick Cash, 08/07/2011 at 9:51 PM

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Re: Unforgettable Games

Sorry, then, I don't know. Perhaps it's a made-up game?

     — Ken Revis, 08/05/2011 at 6:45 AM

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Re: Unforgettable Games

Mahalo, but no, in the movie the sox were down 7-0 and got 8 runs in the 9th…. what game was that? if you know….

aloha


     — kofax, 08/04/2011 at 2:08 PM

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Re: Unforgettable Games

The October 7th, 2004 playoff game above was the game I believe you're referring to.

     — Ken Revis, 08/04/2011 at 1:28 PM

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Re: Unforgettable Games

WHAT GAME IN THE MOVIE FEVER PITCH DID THE RED SOX COME BACK IN THE 9TH INNING TO WIN AGAINST THE YANKS? WAS THAT A REGULAR SEASON GAME? IF SO WHAT WAS THE DATE?

     — kofax, 08/03/2011 at 6:07 PM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus Washington Senators - June 4, 1967 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

i love this baseball

     — classic beltway series!!!, 08/02/2011 at 1:53 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Baltimore Orioles - August 3, 1979 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I had the honor of being at this game, the first the Yankees played after the death of Thurman Munson. I will never forget the heartfelt, tear-soaked 10 minute ovation 51,000+ gave for our captain after the Yanks took the field, leaving the catcher's position open. It was one of the most memorable and saddest moments of my life.

     — Bill LaVallee, 07/31/2011 at 6:03 PM

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Re: 1951 NL Pennant Race - June 29. Robin Roberts beats Dodgers.

I have been haunted by the gradual demise of the 51 dodgers after experiencing first hand the 62 dodgers backing in to a league ending playoff with the giants. Both remain a heartbreak even though I was only 3 years old in 1951.

     — Al Crossley, 07/31/2011 at 4:52 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Diego Padres - April 5, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The 1974 Dodgers were a great team. Steve Garvey is the MVP of that year. Mike Marshall wins the Cy Young Award. They had 4 starters in the All-Star Game. Andy Messersmith, Steve Garvey, Ron Cey, and Jimmy Wynn. They had a record of 102 and 60 in regular season.

     — Ken Revis, 07/31/2011 at 7:46 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Diego Padres - April 7, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

First of all, thank you for your comments. We always appreciate comments from fans, particularly those who truly appreciate what we've done. We actually considered putting additional sounds in. One has to be careful in putting sounds in on the web because it can get annoying to some people. Yes the mute button would be helpful, but that would then shut off the other sounds we have there now such as the bat hitting the ball. We have experimented with voice simulation to replicate a commentator, but it sounds somewhat articial. Voice simulation is the only practical way to go since we have over 100,000 games and counting in database. We will continue to consider these suggestions. Happy baseball!!!

     — Ken Revis, 07/31/2011 at 7:40 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Diego Padres - April 7, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

While I do love this it would be great to have crowd sounds and HR celebration sounds aka fireworks for home teams (which would need to have a mute button for road games sans S-O-M(strat-o-matic does itr best) and the ultimate non TV addition would be the calling of the games not unlike radio and since the originals might be a bit pricey. A well versed articulate fan not unlike myself could give that 'old-timey radio' feel which not unlike relic-radio can be quite catchy.

     — nORM pRICE, 07/31/2011 at 3:24 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Diego Padres - April 5, 1974 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

1st game of the most glorious baseball season I ever knew. Vinny named Dodger Stadium, the 'Magic Castle' the boys of summer had become men with big bats, pitching was everywhere and when we were losing it was just a set-up for more heroics. I am here to relive that season and play S-O-M while I watch in memory of my best friend who was there with me for all 112 games and was killed back in LA last year and it was doing research into that crime I found this site so I will watch, remember, and finish my aahhh...research and after the 162 it's off to my hometown and share my insights with a selected few. He would have loved this site more than myself, I think Denzel got it right when in a film called 'man on fire' he stated, 'revenge is a dish best served cold'. Thanks to you all for this work it is truly a gift to those of us who find that Major League Baseball falls somewhere between the greatest pastime and religion, as a Catholic Easter Mass and a season deciding game bring forth uni

     — Norm Price, 07/31/2011 at 1:47 AM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - September 25, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The Dodgers were actually .5 game out after this game, trailing the Braves by 1/2 game. They don't actually clinch the pennant until the last day of the season, September 30th, when both teams win, but the Dodgers win the pennant by 1 game.

     — Ken Revis, 07/30/2011 at 12:08 PM

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Re: Brooklyn Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - September 25, 1956 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Did Brooklyn clinch the pennant in this gamne?

     — John Gilbert, 07/30/2011 at 11:22 AM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - September 24, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Allie Reynolds was one of the all-time greats. See 50 Greatest Moments blog for his highlights, including the 2 no-hitters in one season.

     — Ken Revis, 07/29/2011 at 5:46 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - September 24, 1952 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Irv Noren + Allie Reynolds were my favYanks in '52, my first season of baseball awareness. Mel Parnell was my fav Red Sox that year.

     — Danny Lehrman, 07/29/2011 at 5:43 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 5, 1941. The Passed Ball.

I also forgot to say that the Yankees r my FAVORITE BASEBALL TEAM!!!!!!!!!!

     — Monkeydmf, 07/27/2011 at 6:20 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 5, 1941. The Passed Ball.

The Passed Ball happend on my birthday October 5 but not 1941, 2000 I'm AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

     — Monkeydmf, 07/27/2011 at 6:16 PM

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Re: Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 22, 1998 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

My brother Matthew has a ticket stub from this game. The planet & he had been here 22 years 2 months and 22 days on August 22. I just came here to check the score.

     — Stephen, 07/26/2011 at 3:11 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. September 30, 1984. Don Mattingly/Dave Winfield battle to the end.

good one!

     — Jayson Bernstein, 07/24/2011 at 5:45 PM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. 7th game 1952 World Series. Allie Reynolds tour de force

Thank you for your post and we're glad you enjoy our blogs. We try to blog what others are not doing so that we have a unique site. Most blogs deal with current baseball activity and this was why we decided to build a website which focuses exclusively on historic baseball. I do suggest you look at the blogs on baseball-reference.com, if you aren't already. They do have postings on historical stuff. If you google 1967 AL pennant race, 1951 NL pennant race, or Greatest Yankee Moments you will find other sites that cover these topics, although probably not as comprehensively.

     — Ken Revis, 07/23/2011 at 6:44 AM

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Re: Chicago Cubs versus Colorado Rockies - July 31, 2000 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

This was my first game at Wrigley Field. It was 70s Night and KC and the Sunshine Band played before the game on a stage in right field. They only got a couple songs in before it started to rain a little, then they had to cut it short. Great game.

     — Sean Travis, 07/21/2011 at 9:15 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Los Angeles Dodgers - July 26, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Ticket stubs can be worth something, particularly if a record was established. This is a Koufax game, and therefore might have some value, but it would have a greater value if he did something special.

     — Ken Revis, 07/21/2011 at 6:40 AM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies versus Los Angeles Dodgers - July 26, 1958 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Are the original stubs worth anything.

     — nat bonilla, 07/20/2011 at 8:54 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus St. Louis Browns - August 4, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Unfortunately, I was only 9 years old when Joe D. retired. I saw him play in the 1950 series on TV. I can understand why someone would want to run out of the stands to touch him - he was godlike to Yankee fans. The guy probably talked about it the rest of his life. Perhaps he's even still alive. Thanks for commenting.

     — Ken Revis, 07/16/2011 at 6:09 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus St. Louis Browns - August 4, 1951 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I've always wondered what happened to the guy who ran out of the stands that day to touch J D in center field?

     — charles j baker, 07/15/2011 at 2:38 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Kansas City Athletics - May 17, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Jim - do you have reason to believe it was?

     — Ken Revis, 07/14/2011 at 5:22 PM

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Re: Boston Red Sox versus Kansas City Athletics - May 17, 1963 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Was this game interrupted by fan rowdiness?

     — Jim Doyle, 07/14/2011 at 1:51 PM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 8, 1956 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

Murray - sorry, I do not know the Sal Maglie pitch-count on that day. I will post to all areas concerning Don Larsen's perfect game and see if anyone else knows it. Also, you may want to consider listening to the radio broadcast which MLB has access to on its website.

     — Ken Revis, 07/14/2011 at 11:11 AM

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Re: Sal Maglie in Don Larsen's perfect game

Murray - sorry, I do not know the Sal Maglie pitch-count on that day. I will post to all areas concerning Don Larsen's perfect game and see if anyone else knows it. Also, you may want to consider listening to the radio broadcast which MLB has access to on its website.

     — Ken Revis, 07/14/2011 at 11:10 AM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 8, 1956. Don Larsen's Perfect Game

Murray - sorry, I do not know the Sal Maglie pitch-count on that day. I will post to all areas concerning Don Larsen's perfect game and see if anyone else knows it. Also, you may want to consider listening to the radio broadcast which MLB has access to on its website.

     — Ken Revis, 07/14/2011 at 11:09 AM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 8, 1956. Don Larsen's Perfect Game

I know that Don Larsen's pitch-count in his perfect game of the 1956 series was 97. But, I've searched high and low and have failed to find Sal Maglie's pitch-count in the same game. What was it, please and thank you?
I await your asap, in not sooner, reply. Cordially,


     — Murray Treloar, 07/14/2011 at 11:05 AM

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Re: Greatest Games

I know that Don Larsen's pitch-count in his perfect game of the 1956 series was 97. But, I've searched high and low and have failed to find Sal Maglie's pitch-count in the same game. What was it, please and thank you?
I await your asap, in not sooner, reply. Cordially,


     — Murray Treloar, 07/14/2011 at 11:04 AM

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Re: Baltimore Orioles versus New York Yankees - May 25, 1981 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Reggie hit the longest homer I ever saw. Dave Winfield made the greatest catch, throw to the play, Bumbry scored in a cloud of dust after tagging up at 3rd. Pretty sure Blade hit a dinger. I may be the only person in history at games to see Blade and Raphael Beliard hit homers. (Beliard at Veterans stadium)

     — Greg Hodge, 07/14/2011 at 12:33 AM

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Re: New York Yankees versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 8, 1956 - World Series Lineup and other Game Information

I know that Don Larsen's pitch-count in his perfect game of the 1956 series was 97. But, I've searched high and low and have failed to find Sal Maglie's pitch-count in the same game. What was it, please and thank you?
I await your asap, in not sooner, reply. Cordially,

Murray Treloar
Saugeen Shores, Ontario, Canada.


     — Murray Treloar, 07/10/2011 at 5:47 PM

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Re: Milwaukee Brewers versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 16, 1997

The first Milwaukee Brewers home Interleague game ever and I was there! :) The stadium giveaway was a certificate indicating this momentus occasion. Back then, a lower grandstand ticket a Milwaukee County Stadium was only $13.00.

     — Matthew Bellharz, 07/10/2011 at 8:51 AM

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Re: Yankees v. Tigers - July 18, 1956

The final out by Mantle to Kaline was one of the greatest catches of all time. Kaline sprinted to rt center to the wall, leaped up to the top of tarped wall, leaned over fence and caught ball. I was there, and the stadium went from bedlam to silence!

     — Pat Adonizio, 07/07/2011 at 5:26 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - July 4, 1968 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I remember watching this game KMTV, Channel 3, out of Omaha on a hot Iowa day at my Grandpa and Grandma's farm. Their antenna was pointed toward the Sioux City stations, so the Omaha stations came in fuzzy, but I sat their watching the Cardinals nonetheless.

     — Mel W., 07/04/2011 at 8:00 PM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Baltimore Orioles - July 2, 1962 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I was 12 years old and attended the game with my stepdad sitting in the upperdeck down the 3rd baseline at the old (and nearly empty) Cleveland Municipal Stadium. Dick Donovan pitched a two hit shutout while facing the minimum of 27 batters. Whitey Herzog got two singles being doubled up on one and thrown out attempting to steal on the other. Willie Tasby broke up the scoreless game with a homer over the centerfield fence in the bottom of the 8th. Woody Held singled home an insurance run later in the the same inning. This remains the best pitched game I've ever witnessed personally in my 55+ years of following the Indians. That includes the back to back one hitters I saw Sam McDowell pitch in 1967.

     — Terry Miller, 07/03/2011 at 1:42 AM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 16, 2003. Aaron Boone's Walk-off Home Run.

My son + I were there. A thrill. Little did mess up. They got better the next year with Francona + their historic come back from 3-0 in the ALCS.

Ironically it was Boone's (descended from Daniel) last game as a Yankee. He broke his ankle playing basket ball in the off season. This brought on A-Rod.

Tough to choose between Boone + Bucky Dent.


     — Danny Lehrman, 07/02/2011 at 11:53 AM

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 16, 2003. Aaron Boone's Walk-off Home Run.

this was up there with 86 as a classic red sox collapse that was entirely against all odds. In the history of baseball, what % of the time does a team up 3 runs in the 8th lose a game, anyone know?

I was at the thirsty scholar, a bar in Somerville with my friend and longtime sox sufferer ben Siddall. Simply crushing. Everyone in America knew to take Pedro out...Little's hubris cost the sox a shot at the Series. BUT it made next year allllll the sweeter!


     — Matt Revis, 07/02/2011 at 11:48 AM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Chicago Cubs - May 19, 1975 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

i have a ball played in this game is it worth anything. What should I do with the ball. There were no home runs. The Dodgers won 3-2

     — Rod Bradley, 06/29/2011 at 11:46 PM

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race - July 13th

What a wonderful trip down memory lane. I became a baseball and Giant fan in May 1966. At 10 years old I did not fully comprehend what was really going on in this pennant race. At that stage in my life, I just thought it was normal.

     — Paul, 06/29/2011 at 12:16 AM

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Re: Cleveland Indians versus Kansas City Royals - June 27, 1993 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

I didn't know it at the time, but this would be the last game of any kind I ever saw at Cleveland Stadium. And, what a great way to go out--Reggie Jefferson won it with a walk-off HR off David Cone. And, since it was the ESPN Sunday Night Game, I have it on tape, too. The last Browns game I saw there was won on a last-second FG against Cincinnati in '91. What are the chances? Great, great memories...

     — Greg Hallaman, 06/27/2011 at 5:18 PM

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Re: Los Angeles Dodgers versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 9, 1972 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

good

     — julio eduardo vanegas, 06/26/2011 at 11:05 AM

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Re: Washington Nationals versus San Francisco Giants - June 4, 2009 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

Yeah! Randy Johnson's 300th win! The game I've ever been to!

     — ajnrules, 06/25/2011 at 4:54 AM

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Re: Milwaukee Brewers versus St. Louis Cardinals - June 16, 1997 - Regular Season Lineup and other Game Information

The first Milwaukee Brewers home Interleague game ever and I was there! :) The stadium giveaway was a certificate indicating this momentus occasion. Back then, a lower grandstand ticket a Milwaukee County Stadium was only $13.00.

     — Matthew Beilharz, 06/24/2011 at 1:30 PM

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Re: 1951 NL Pennant Race Dodgers/Giants June 20 and 21

There ain't no parallel universe. And stealing signals wasn't even illegal. So Joel, deal with it. Get a life. And perhaps you will even recognize that Thomson's phenomenal shot was God's advance punishment for one or more of your future sins. Or perhaps it was just a random occurrence that we allegedly-sentient beings take way too seriously. So let's just party on!

     — Joe Weber, 06/23/2011 at 7:19 PM

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Re: 1951 Dodgers/Giants June 20 and 21

The presumed stolen signals is part of what makes this such a great story. We will address this in a later blog.

     — Ken Revis, 06/22/2011 at 9:25 PM

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Re: 1951 Dodgers/Giants June 20 and 21

Speaking as one for whom the result of the 1951 season was agony, I am hoping that your blog in October will reveal a different outcome from a parallel universe - one in which the Giants are discovered sending signals from their perch in center field. Nah, they wouldn't do that.

     — Joel Abrams, 06/22/2011 at 7:36 PM

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Re: 1951 Dodgers/Giants

I've never much been into deferred gratification, as those of you who hung with me in college and beyond surely know. I will check in periodically until August 11th. Then perhaps every day. On that date, the Gints were 13 1/2 games behind the Bums. From then on, it should be way groovy!...leading up to that orgasmic shot. In your face, Dodger fans!

     — Joe Weber, 06/21/2011 at 5:32 PM

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Re: 1951 Dodgers/Giants

It's the process that matters. Getting to see how we got to Thomson's home run is what's fun. For those who lived through it, it was ecstasy for some (Giant fans) and agony for others (Dodger fans).

     — Ken Revis, 06/21/2011 at 3:58 PM

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Re: 1967 American League Pennant Race - July 13th

Great story. Your Uncle Sol can now read our new blog on the 1951 Dodgers/Giants pennant chase. From your comment, it sounds like he was a Dodger fan. The only consolation is that they won it many other times after 1951. What must have been really sad for your uncle was when they left Brooklyn.

     — Ken Revis, 06/21/2011 at 3:55 PM

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Re: 1951 Dodgers/Giants

This is cool! But I'm not sure I can wait until October to relive that glorious moment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrI7dVj90zs.

     — Joe Weber, 06/21/2011 at 2:11 PM

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Re: 1967 American League Pennant Race - July 15th

George Scott! I forgot the boomer was on that squad...old school sox slugger! Harmon killebrew just died, was a real class act. Following Yaz's #s just as fun as the pennant race!

     — Matt revis, 06/18/2011 at 11:08 AM

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Re: 1967 American League Pennant Race - July 13th

Your opening comments state very clearly that Baseball is THE American game. It was a connector, in both professional + sandlot games, that kept the country's culture together. St. Louis was the far West. Washington, the deep South. My family immigrated to America in the mid-forties. We learned to be American thru baseball. My Uncle Sol will never forget watching Bobby Thompson's home run on Oct. 3, 1951, on Broadway + 100th Street thru the window of a TV/appliance store. Many did not yet have TVs. It broke his heart.

     — Danny Lehrman, 06/17/2011 at 1:43 PM

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Re: 1967 American League Pennant Race - July 13th

I recognize all the managers and about 50% of the players mentioned. The more I read your blogs the better I'll get. I found most interesting the backround you gave of the time period.

     — sid littman, 06/16/2011 at 6:29 PM

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Re: Philadelphia Phillies (1950) at Philadelphia Phillies (1980) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

For all of your simulations, why is there not a complete box score?!
It would be nice to view the starting pitchers, but also the relief pitchers. How many ABs did each line-up player have?

I am actually looking for a STRAIGHT MLB simulation game that uses different World Series teams over the last 100+ years with the players complete yearly stats.

Your game is the closest, however, it does not have complete box scores in its many simulations, and maybe a stat compiler.

Thanks

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The site shows the first 25 simulations out of the 5000 run. If you click on the Result, you will see the box score for that particular simulation.

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Re: Daily active rosters

I am a devoted tabletop baseball enthusiast and play historical replays for individual teams or leagues. MY QUESTION: Is there a reference to determine for any game played what the ACTIVE ROSTER was for that game? Thank you, Dr V

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Brooklyn Robins at Cleveland Indians 1920 World Series

Greatest WS game ever. First Grand Slam in WS, first HR by a pitcher and first (and ONLY) unassisted triple play in WS!

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Re: Chicago Cubs (2022) at Detroit Tigers (2022) - A Back To Baseball Simulation

maybe you could add a tool that adds up all the hits a player makes

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You can see all the hits a player makes throughout his career in the Players section. Is that to what you're referring?

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Los Angeles Dodgers versus Montreal Expos - May 3, 1970

Amazing that Jose Pena got the save when the Dodgers have a 15-1 lead in the 9th. One would believe that is not a save situation.

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Quote from Wikipedia on Saves: As initially defined in 1969, a relief pitcher could earn a save if he entered a game with his team in the lead and he held the lead through the end of the game, regardless of the score or for how long he pitched. The definition changed in 1974.

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Florida Marlins versus Cincinnati Reds - August 12, 1995

I went to the game. While driving to the game I told my son, "we are catching a ball today", During the game a Marlins player was batting right handed, we were on first base side. A line drive foul ball was hit and I caught it with my glove and I received a "Silver Mitt Award" for catching the ball. My son was 7 years old and he remembers the incident very well and he was so proud because I caught the ball and got the "award". Is there a way to find out which Marlin player hit the foul ball, who was pitching, etc.? I know it's difficult but it would be nice to complete the picture. Thanx.

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Unfortunately, we do not have information on foul balls. Did you check whether the Miami Herald or another Miami newspaper reported the "Silver Mitt Award"?

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Philadelphia Athletics versus Cleveland Indians - August 24, 1954

My Grandfather From South Dakota Brought My Cousin From Iowa East On The Train From Sioux City IA To Reading PA And With My Father From Orwigsburg PA Attended This Game And We Remember The Two Third Basemen Who Played In The Game: Al Rosen For The Tribe And Jim Finigan For The A's, Who Left Philly The Following Year And Moved To Kansas City.

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Al Lopez managed Cleveland and Rollie Hemsley the Athletics

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Kansas City Athletics versus Chicago White Sox - April 22, 1959

Watch the White Sox comeback from a 6-1 deficit after 2 innings.

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BTW -- The White Sox scored 11 runs in the 7th inning on one hit.

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changing teams

How do I change The Reds from 1942 to 1975 against the Yankees of 1927?

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Simply select the 1975 Cincinnati Reds and the 1927 Yankees in the selection menus.

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1991 June 6 Rangers Royals

Does anyone know where I can locate a video you tube copy of this game? A midweek afternoon game that started Ryan vs Saberhagen Royals won in 18 innings.

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Information

Regards. I am writing to you from Costa Rica (I am Venezuelan) and I am in a project about Latinos (pioneers) in the major leagues from their origins. I'm in search for who was the Cuban who connected the first hit in the big show. The game happened on July 4 (2011) and both Marsans and Almeida went 2-1, but the innings box score does not appear. Could you help me?

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Foul ball caught

Does any one have video of Mets game vs. braves 4/27/2008. My nephew passed away and leaves 3children and my nephew was at that game and caught a foul ball. His arms were full of food and he stuck his hand out and caught the ball without dropping anything. I’d like to find a clip of that moment to show his kids for Christmas. Thanks 631 740 4347 leave message. Email mobill56@aol.com

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Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - April 8, 1978

Great day in Texas for a pitchers' duel featuring Ron Guidry of the reigning World Champion New York Yankees and Jon Matlack, the ex-New York Met. But poor base running by Reggie Jackson and Chris Chambliss enabled the leadoff, walk-off HR by Richie Zisk in the 9th off of Goose Gossage. Fantastic opening day drama!

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This was the first baseball game I ever saw in person. My dad checked me out of school early, and we were off to see the World Champion New York Yankees against the hometown Rangers! Great game. Will never forget it.

Even though I grew up in the DFW area, I was a Yankee fan because I was left-handed, and the Yankees' best hitter and pitcher, Reggie Jackson and Ron Guidry, were left-handed. I wore 44 or 49 almost every baseball season as a kid.

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New York Yankees versus Texas Rangers - July 24, 1995

I think I was at this game. Was there a rain delay during. I remember Don Mattingly's home run that landed a few rows in at the right field porch. But I'm not 100% sure. Thanks!

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Yes. There was a 19 minute rain delay after the 6th inning.

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New York Yankees versus Baltimore Orioles - June 21, 1966

I recall watching game 1 of this 6/21/1966 doubleheader at Yankee Stadium on TV, it's the bottom of the 9th, Orioles ahead 7-5, there's 2 out and the Yanks have 2 runners on base. Roy White hits a deep fly to right, and Frank Robinson goes back to the short bleacher wall they had back then, jumps up, the ball goes into his glove, and he falls into the stands among presumably all Yankee fans, and out of sight. Yet he gets up and emerges from the stands with the ball. The umpire calls White out, and Yanks manager Ralph Houk is livid arguing the call. But what I most remember was the call of O's longtime announcer Chuck Thompson. He first called it a catch after the ump's initial ruling, but the best thing that I distinctly recall Thompson saying during the ensuing Houk tirade, while awaiting an official ruling, "The game is over, but I'm not sure who won."

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I was at that game. Robinson disappeared into the stands when he made the catch and emerged holding the ball high. Umpire ruled a catch and the fans went ballistic. When game 2 started, fans were throwing things at Robinson and the PA announcer had to insist they stop, which they eventually did. Yanks won game 2.

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Milwaukee Braves versus Pittsburgh Pirates - May 26, 1959

According to the above site, Adcock hit a ball to center that Virdon could not field and got a double. I listened to the last two innings on KDKA radio and according to BobPrince the Pittsburgh announcer, Adcock hit a ball to right field but the right fielder got a glove on the ball but it fell over the chain link fence. Adcock was declared out because when Aaron reached second he believed that the ball had fallen in the field of play and he returned to the Braves dugout. Therefore, when Aaron realized his mistake and tried to return to 2nd base so Adcock could get credit for the 3 run homer, he could not do it because once the winning run crossed the plate and Aaron was passed by Adcock, the game was over. For many years, Haddix was credited with a perfect 12 inning game, but his name was removed from the list of perfrect game pitchers because a runner reached base in the 13th.

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I understand why Adcock was called out for passing Aaron on the base path between 2nd and 3rd, and only credited with a double instead of a homer. But why wasn't Aaron called out for leaving the base path after rounding 2nd?

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Re: Most Consecutive At-Bats with a Hit

Pinky Higgins of the Red Sox got 12 consecutive hits in 1938.

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Livan Hernandez (pitcher)had eight hts in a row,without a base on balls.
7/31/2001(1hit)
8/5/2001(3hits)
8/11/2001(4hits)
Excuse me,but my English is very bad.

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St. Louis Cardinals versus Los Angeles Dodgers - August 7, 1971

I heard this game on the radio (KMOX). I seems Matty Alou walked with 1 out in the bottom of the 10th inning and stole second but proceeded to circle the bases while the Dodger in- fielders stood at the mound and forgot to call time out. The division was decided by one game, the Giants nosed out the Dodgers by this one game.

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I was at this game when I was 13 years old on a family trip traveling from Tampa, Florida to California and back. We stopped to watch the game. In the 10th inning, Matty Alou was walked. The infielders all met at the mound with the pitcher and catcher to plan their defense, but failed to call timeout. Alou broke for second and the pitcher spun and threw the ball to second ... but there was no one there, since the 2nd baseman and shortstop were both at the mound. Alou rounded third and beat the throw to the plate from the outfield.

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New York Yankees versus California Angels - July 23, 1966

It gives me great joy to see Mickey Mantle hit that grand slam again on the computer game! I was at that game, which was Old Timers Day commemorating the 25th anniversary of Joe DiMaggio's 56 game hitting streak.
The Daily News caption under photo of Mickey hitting this home run read, "Full House, Hearts Showing and Grand Slam for Mickey!" There is not a crowd anywhere today that can rival the crown noise that came with Bob Shepard announcing, " Now batting for the Yankees, number 7, Mickey Mantle". The crowd always cheered the loudest for him. He will always be my hero!

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At that game- and seeing hero Mantle hit a home run, a grand slam none the less, (last GS of his career), was unbelievable- landed 3 rows in front of me- RF upper deck. Also remember DiMaggio hitting a legit LF double in the old timers game earlier that afternoon. Seeing Joltin' Joe and the Mick, both hitting- a yankee fan's dream. Maris was PH that day- who could ask for more- also met Mickey at his restaurant and autograph at book signing later in his life. Still consider him the best and my all time favorite Yankee.

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Baltimore Orioles versus Cleveland Indians - June 10, 1959

My favorite MLB game

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I was at Dean Chance going away party at his home that night. He had just been signed by Baltimore and was leaving for his first season of pro baseball playing for Bluefield .I was on the state champion Ohio high school team that Dean pitched 1959.Rocky Colavito hit 4 homer runs so was a very memorable game and glad you put this on Jim Martin

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New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - August 8, 2005

This was my first game at Yankee Stadium, as well as my son's first game. It was an amazing night for my family, in the Bronx.

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The Yankees score 3 runs on 4 hits.

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Major League debut for players

I have been interested in watching the ML debuts for certain players, but their first game doesn't always seem to be listed. For example, the first game available for Bobby Avila is on 9/20/1949, but when he comes to the plate in that game, he is shown as having 10 AB's already that year. Ditto for Alan Ashby and others. Are the stats in error, or more likely are previous games simply not listed?

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You are correct. It's showing the first game in which he appeared in the starting lineup.

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San Francisco Giants versus Atlanta Braves - July 3, 1966

This is why I don't like the DH rule.

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Tony Cloninger, a pitcher, becomes the only National League player to ever hit two grand slam home runs in a game. (His record stands until 1999, when Fernando Tatis hits two grand slams in one inning!)

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Brooklyn Dodgers versus New York Yankees - October 3, 1947

I attended the game with my father. We sat in Center Field Bleachers, which due to park dimension were not bad. During that hectic ninth inning there were pinch hitters and pinch runners.
When Cookie hit that game-winner my father was using his reading glasses to check the score card and then while changing glasses he missed the whole action. We laughed about it for years

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I was seven yrs Old love old time baseball my Era Born In 1940

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New York Yankees versus Chicago White Sox - July 22, 1965

Over the years the media has tried to illustrate some of the greatest outfield web gems but have they never even mentioned the catch that Tom Tresh made in this game. While the Yankees were on there way down as a dominate force in baseball that season and for that matter over the next 11, I can't understand how no one ever mentioned this game. Game was tied and went to the 10th inning. With two outs and men on base, Chicago's Buford sent a line shot to left field that was headed for the stands. Running parallel to the old Yankee Stadium fence, Tresh at the last moment DIVED into the stands and caught what would have been a tie breaking home run to end the inning. WPIX was the broadcast station and they must have replayed that catch about 4 times that night and replayed it the following day again!!! Now anyone that knows baseball could tell you that Tresh was a very good outfielder but this catch would rival or best anything I have seen since. Especially when in the Yankees part of the

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It was neither Buford nor Ward. It was Danny Cater.

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1956 Yankees vs 1968 Tigers

Playing a best of the best tourney all of the world series winners decade by decade then, a final tournament of all the winners. So far The champ of the winner's bracket is the powerful 1989 A's who beat the 76 Reds in a 3 game-0 sweep in a best of 5 series, now I am finishing out the loser bracket then once one team remains they will play a best of against Oakland. Right now the 4 teams left are 1948 Cleveland,1956 NY Yankees, 1968 Detroit,2016 Cubs and 1976 Reds.I am managing the 68 Tigers have to play the 56 Yanks, your sim says I should win we will see.Love this only wish you could watch the games.

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Re: Yankees v. Tigers - July 18, 1956

The final out by Mantle to Kaline was one of the greatest catches of all time. Kaline sprinted to rt center to the wall, leaped up to the top of tarped wall, leaned over fence and caught ball. I was there, and the stadium went from bedlam to silence!

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Playing a best of the best tourney all of the world series winners decade by decade then, a final tournament of all the winners. So far The champ of the winner's bracket is the powerful 1989 A's who beat the 76 Reds in a 3 game-0 sweep in a best of 5 series, now I am finishing out the loser bracket then once one team remains they will play a best of against Oakland. Right now the 4 teams left are 1948 Cleveland,1956 NY Yankees, 1968 Detroit,2016 Cubs and 1976 Reds.I am managing the 68 Tigers have to play the 56 Yanks, your sim says I should win we will see.Love this only wish you could watch the games.

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Milwaukee Brewers versus Cleveland Indians - April 17, 1974

I was at this game and it is the single best performance of pitching I have ever seen. Perry threw approx. 200 pitches which is unheard of today. He went 15-1 to start the season in 1974.

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200 PITCHES AND NOT NEAR THE ARM PROBLEMS THAT PITCHERS HAVE NOW.SOME STAFFS HAD ABOUT 80-90 COMPLETE GAMES A SEASON MAKES ONE WONDER

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New York Yankees versus Brooklyn Dodgers - October 8, 1956

I know that Don Larsen's pitch-count in his perfect game of the 1956 series was 97. But, I've searched high and low and have failed to find Sal Maglie's pitch-count in the same game. What was it, please and thank you?
I await your asap, in not sooner, reply. Cordially,

Murray Treloar
Saugeen Shores, Ontario, Canada.

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We don't know how many pitches Maglie threw, but we do know he gave up 5 hits.

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Baltimore Orioles versus New York Yankees - May 25, 1981

Reggie hit the longest homer I ever saw. Dave Winfield made the greatest catch, throw to the play, Bumbry scored in a cloud of dust after tagging up at 3rd. Pretty sure Blade hit a dinger. I may be the only person in history at games to see Blade and Raphael Beliard hit homers. (Beliard at Veterans stadium)

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I was 11 years old at the time. My dad took me to this game and I'll never forget Reggie's homer that day! Best day ever, and I'm actually a Met fan!

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The Epitome of Pete Rose

I remember listening to this game and Marty Brenneman went out of his mind. The Reds had chased the Dodgers all season long before a terrible August slump took them out of contention. The Reds were eliminated but they still found the fortitude to rally for 6 in the bottom of the 9th in a meaningless game. Pete Rose led off the inning with a hit and knocked in the winning run with his second hit of the inning. It was one of his last games in a Reds uniform before leaving for Philly. The Reds ended the year on a seven game winning streak which was their longest of the year.

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The Box Score date was 9/28/1978

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New York Yankees versus Philadelphia Athletics - September 21, 1952

My very first game and my first view of that beautiful field of green. Taken there by my Uncle Sol, an avid Dodger fan who was being the wonderful Uncle he was always.

Thanks, Kenny

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Always great to revisit one's first game. I saw umpire Larry Napp at a college game at West Point!

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Philadelphia Phillies versus Los Angeles Dodgers - June 4, 1964

At game. Crowd electric for Richie Allen steal attempt. Howard's homer was on the roof on the roof in left center

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I was 13 at the time. Witnessed a Sandy Koufax no-hitter!

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Atlanta Braves versus Milwaukee Brewers - June 24, 2000

According to what I read, the catcher for the Braves, Lunar, was cited for a very rare catcher's balk for not being positioned properly in the catcher's box. All base runners were allowed to advance an extra base. In the box score, it indicates that the pitcher, Maddux was charged with the balk.

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Hmm. I notice that Baseball Reference also charge Maddux with the balk. Both Baseball Reference and we get our raw information for years past from Retrosheet.org which must have recorded the balk to Maddux.

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umpire called an extremely rare catcher's balk

From what I have read, a rare catcher's balk was called on the back up catcher for the Braves, Lunar, for not positioning himself within the confines of the catcher's box and the base runner was awarded an extra base. This was in the game played on June 24th between the Braves and the Brewers. In the box score, I noticed that the pitcher, Greg Maddux was cited for the balk.

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NL All-Stars versus AL All-Stars - August 3, 1959

Take a bow...great site, wonderful concept for an operation that provides direct connections to any given game recorded in modern baseball history. That's a dream come true for all types of baseball fans ... the general baseball fanatics ... the professional media-type ... and the writers and historians.
I discovered your site by chance while researching. As an aging media guy and historian, I found this discovery to contain oceans of data that all baseball fanatics will love, especially if they appreciate the depth of baseball history.
It's an essential resource that's readily accessible and easily available.
For me, the statistical data and associated details of any baseball game, create a basis for me to re-connect with that particular time and location of a game.
Now that we're in the midst of another MLB playoff sequence, I reached your site while seeking specific information; the type contained in box scores and the comprehensive anatomy of each g

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Will James--- Right On!!!!! I share your comments about this great site. As a huge and i mean huge baseball fan i second what you have stated. Also i think that i have also a special interest in baseball as i was a team mate of Dean Chance on a state champs team in high school. Every thing you could want in researching past games found on site.

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Oakland Athletics versus New York Yankees - August 15, 1968

My father took me to this game on my 7th birthday. It is still the greatest display of athletic talent I've ever seen. I remember Mickey Mantle hitting like it was yesterday. Amazing!

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Same here. My family was in Cupertino for vacation from Kansas that year. My uncle and Dad kidnapped me and would not tell me where we were going.

Found out soon enough. Even got to see the Mick hit a home run.

The most thrilling baseball moment of my life.

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Cleveland Indians versus Chicago White Sox - August 20, 1948

It was a night game. My dad took me to Comiskey Park to see the best pitcher he had ever seen, Satchel Paige.

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Cancel my first comment. It was August 13, 1948

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Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 3, 1956

didn't pee wee reese get his 2000th hit in this game? I was there.

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I believe it was July 21st, 1956 he recorded his 2000th hit.

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Kansas City Athletics versus New York Yankees - August 18, 1962

Of all the baseball games I have been to, this one stands out as one of most memorable. I was one of 35,147 in attendance and had to sit on the terrace beyond the right field fence in old Municipal Stadium. It was a Saturday and the Yankees and the A's played a twi-night doubleheader, as part of a 5-game series.

The A's won the first game 5-4, scoring in the bottom of the ninth against Yankees lefty, Whitey Ford. Mickey Mantle, Tom Tresh, and Roger Maris each homered for the Yankees. I remember Maris' blast hit the top of the outer right field fence, just missing going completely out of the stadium.

The second game was won 11-7 by the Yankees when they scored 4 times in the 9th inning. Bob Turley started the game but didn't figure in the decision. Three Yankees also homered in that game--Dale Long, Bobby Richardson, and Clete Boyer.

It was a night I will probably never forget and such a thrill to see one of the greatest baseball teams ever assembled. The Yankees wen

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The Yankees went on to win the AL pennant for the 12th time in 14 seasons. In 1964, they won for the 14th time in 16 years before the dynasty finally ended in 1965, when the Minnesota Twins won the AL championship.

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THE DAY OF THE SLIDER---09/17/1951

This was a game I will never forget, on a day which I will never forget. I was sixteen, and on this Monday I played hooky from school to go to the Yankees-Indians game, and I watched as Ed Lopat outpitched Bob Lemon for what had to be the gazillionth time, 2-1. I had an ulterior motive; I had been burning with curiosity about the slider, which I had heard a lot about and had seen thrown in games, and I thought that maybe I could ask one of the Yankee pitchers about it. The one I asked turned out to be Lopat, and after the game I caught up with him and just wanted to know if I could ask him something. He stopped n his tracks, looked at me, and then with four quiet words he had me in the palm of his hand. He said, in a calm voice that relaxed me immediately, "Go ahead---I'm listening." When I

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Yes i remenberwatching that game with my father I had helped him with farm work that morning. Since we are from Ohio and were Indians fans this was a big game. The indians were fighting for first place in A.L.pennant race. But as usual back then Yankees won and wound up in first place . AS they did most years back then.Truly one of all time great dynasty.

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THE DAY OF THE SLIDER---09/17/1951

This was a game I will never forget, on a day which I will never forget. I was sixteen, and on this Monday I played hooky from school to go to the Yankees-Indians game, and I watched as Ed Lopat outpitched Bob Lemon for what had to be the gazillionth time, 2-1. I had an ulterior motive; I had been burning with curiosity about the slider, which I had heard a lot about and had seen thrown in games, and I thought that maybe I could ask one of the Yankee pitchers about it. The one I asked turned out to be Lopat, and after the game I caught up with him and just wanted to know if I could ask him something. He stopped n his tracks, looked at me, and then with four quiet words he had me in the palm of his hand. He said, in a calm voice that relaxed me immediately, "Go ahead---I'm listening." When I

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Los Angeles Dodgers versus Montreal Expos - July 28, 1991

I was there with my family. I have 4 ticket stubs from that perfect game. I am a Braves fan, and was sitting amongst Dodger Fans. After 7 innings I convinced the Dodger fans to start pulling for Dennis. History was in the making. I am happy to say, the Dodge fans did start pulling for the Expos. Good job. I talk about this game to this day. Cheers all, Rod

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YES A PERFECT GAME IS EXCITING TO FOLLOW AS IT DEVELOPES DURING THE GAME.ALSO NO HITTERS ALSO GENERATE EXCITEMENT AS THEY PROGRESS TO A CLIMAX. THE PROBLEM I HAVE THERE RECENTLY SEEMS TO BE TOO MANY. THIS SEEMS TO DILUTE THE FEATS OF SOME OF ITS GLORY. MARTINEZ DESERVES HIS YES YES

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Cubs vs Expos

Does anyone remember the game between the Cubs and the Montreal Expos around the 80's in which the Cubs came from way behind in the 9th inning to win the game? Cubs were down by about 8 to 12 runs. Most fans had left the park by late in the game when the Cubs finally got a hit with 2 outs in the bottom of the 9th. Game was uneventful for the Cubs in which Montreal dominated the game. I'm looking for the date of this game and if there is any available article out there about it.

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AS A CUBS FAN THIS IS SOMETHING WORTH RESEARCHING. IT CERTAINLY WOULD HAVE BEEN A GREAT VICTORY AND HAD THAT BEEN THE CUSTOM AT THAT TIME THE VICTORY SONG WOULD HAVE BEEN SUNG. TOO BAD SOME OF THOSE RUNS COULDNT HAVE BEEN SAVED TO BE SCORED AT THE METS GAMES 2015

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Re: 1967 AL Pennant Race. October 1st. The Red Sox win the pennant behind Lonborg's 22nd win and 4 for 4 day by Carl Yastrzemski, who also wins the triple crown.

In July there was a terrible civil disturbance and the city was a scary place all of a sudden. If there was not a riot, there would have been 55,000 at the park. People were afraid to go downtown as it was too soon after a week of looting, fires, and 44 people killed. The weather caused the Tigers to play back to back twin bills and in the second game on Saturday, their bullpen blew a four run lead, including a bonehead play by pitcher Hank Aguirre who had a chance to turn a double play on a comebacker to the mound and instead threw home for a bases loaded force out. The Angels then knocked in the go ahead and winning runs afterwards. It was a game Detroit should have won but the Angels and Bill RIgney really were geared up to spoil the Tigers chances. Marginal left hand hitters like Roger Repoz, Jimmie Hall, and a fair ball player like Don Mincher just loved Tiger Stadium and it's inviting right field porch in the series. With the split on Saturday, the Tigers had to win both games o

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BECAUSE I HAVE STATED IN THIS POST AND OTHERS ON THIS SITE THAT I WAS TEAM MATE OF DEAN CHANCE ON HIGH SCHOOL TEAM I WANT TO EXPRESS MY REGRET ON HIS PASSING RECENTLY. DEAN--- IT WAS ALWAYS EXCITING TO ME AS A FAN THAT I WAS YOUR FRIEND AND HAVE MANY MANY FOND MEMORIES.OF BASEBALL RIP

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New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - July 16, 1959

I remember this game like it was yesterday. It was the first time I went to Yankee Stadium. I was 10 years old. In the 10th inning I left my seat and walked to the front railing close to home plate on the first base side. I stood there and watched the game. I was as close as you can get to home plate. Nobody bothered me probably because I was so young. Here's my problem: I have a vivid memory of Tony Kubek hitting a single and being on first prior to Mantle's home run that ended the game. However all the accounts of the game have Bobby Richardson hitting the single before Mantle's homer. I was a yankee fan since the age of eight and knew the players well. Kubek batted left and Richardson right plus Kubek was taller. I certainly could not mistake one for the other. I am very puzzled by this. I can't believe my memory could be faulty since it has always been vivid in my mind since that day. Could you help?

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The best thing to do is to retrieve the box score and play-by-play from baseball-reference.com. It shows that Richardson singled and Mantle homered. Kubek was removed from the game during the top of the 8th inning, most likely due to an injury.

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Nw York Yankees vs. Cleveland Indians June 11, 1948

This is the first game that I remember seeing. I was 9 years old. The Indians took a 10-6 lead going into the bottom of the ninth. I remember Joe DiMaggio hitting a HR, a towering shot down the left field line. Then I remember Bob Feller, as a reliever, striking out PH Sherman Lollar to end the game with the tying and winning runs on base. I checked out the details via the box score. With Ed Klieman pitching for the Tribe he struck the first two batters, Tommy Henrich and John Lindell, Then came the DiMaggio HR. Next Gus Niarhos singled and Billy Johnson walked. Feller came in to relieve and George McQuinn singled to load the bases. Rizzuto walked making the score 10-8. Then Lollar pinch-hit for P Red Embree and struck out. I can still see it now, the last pitch was low and away and Lollar never came close to hitting it. Lollar was a RH batter facing the RH Feller so I guess the Yankees were out of LH batters.

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August 7 1965

This was my first Tiger game. My dad took me I was 7 years old. I rmember it like it was yesterday. The green of the grass,the white of the uniforms and the smell of hotdogs in the air. The Mick even Homered in the 5th,4 rows below where I was sitting in left. I was hooked !

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Chicago Cubs versus Florida Marlins - October 14, 2003

this is the Bartman game. fast-forward to the 8th and you can still hear the echoes of Cubs' fans breaking hearts.

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GAME WAS RAINED OUT.SO MUCH FOR MY COMPLAINT SO I HOPE THERE ARE OTHERS THAT SHARE MY CONCERN ABUT BEING DENIED A GAME WE WANT TO SEE AND CANT AND THERE IS NO GOOD REASON

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Boston Red Sox versus Minnesota Twins - October 1, 1967

this game is the most memorable game to me.dean chance is my friend and high school teammate .for me it will always be the most exciting game having a personal friend involved.i was very very sad at twins loss.would have been world series for them.but thats the way it works out still just a game--jim martin

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THIS WAS LAST GAME OF SEASON. TWINS AND RED SOX TIED FOR A.L.LEAD. WINNER WENT DIRECTLY INTO WORLD SERIES THIS WAS BEFORE PLAYOFF FORMAT.AFTER 161 REGULAR SEASON GAMES GAME 162 WAS FOR DIRECT WORLD SERIES TRIP FOR WINNER. MY FRIEND DEAN CHANCE GOT BEAT BY RED SOX EXCITING

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Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates - June 25, 1972

The first ball game I ever attended.

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In the top of the sixth. Clemente hit a one-out single. Project Retrosheet incorrectly describes Stargell's hit by reporting, "Stargell hits a line drive into left field. The ball bounces into the stands for a ground rule double. Clemente moves to third." (Think about that. How could a ball bounce into the left field stands at Wrigley Field?) On the ball Stargell hit, someone opened a door that was adjacent to the left-field line, and the ball went through the doorway. The door was then closed. There was no ground rule for this situation, but the umpires ruled that Stargell had to stop at second, and Clemente would have gotten no farther than third if the door had not been opened while the ball was in play.

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Die rare loses perfect game in 9th v. Mets 1966

I was an 11 year old and "think " I remember like yesterday.
Question is, after Bressoud moves to 3d on wild pitch, don't Astros bring in infield, and Hunt's " line drive to right" really a hard hit grounder that Morgan misses after going to a knee?

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See my comment under "die loses"

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Chicago Cubs versus Philadelphia Phillies - July 9, 1961

A sunday double header.Cubs won both games.Phils were in middle of 23 game losing streak.Ernie Banks had 2 hits each game.He was alert at ss position. He roamed around as if to get in best fielding spot at all times.Ball in 2nd game got lost in the vines in center for ground rule double.Games were typical for wrigley field was both teams hit and scored a lot of runs

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Ernie Banks as a great player and an even greater human offers as an example of what can be achieved. He was given opportunity that had not been there for him until 1947 when there was change made for the good of all.The important thing was he had ability to excel,to have the ability to become the super star he was.was always the best ambassador for all!!!

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Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - July 4, 1958

Ty Cobb is in attendance. He accompanied the Detroit Tigers after the old timers game on June 28 in Detroit's Briggs field. Detroit's third baseman, Ozzie Virgil, breaks a bat. Ty Cobb autographs the bat for a Cleveland Transit Authority bus driver, Joseph Mizick.

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Anyone remeber this game? Any witnesses to Virgil breaking a bat?? Does anyone remember Ty Cobb at this game????

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Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - June 1, 1957

I believe this was the first major league game I attended. I was too young to remember much about it but my older brother told me about the lop-sided score in later years. Interesting that Joe Nuxhall got the save when he came into the game with a 22-2 lead. Also the simulation here is inaccurate as the Reds home dugout was on the 3rd base side at Crosley Field.

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I was at that game. It was a Knothole Club game so I got a free ticket. Hal Jeffcoat hit a home run in the game.



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Philadelphia Phillies versus Milwaukee Braves - September 24, 1964

Only just over 17,000 fans watched W. Blasingame beat Jim Bunning while in the thick (and lead) of a rare pennent race for the Phils. J. Torre hit two triples. This would become the 4th loss of a 10 game losing streak to blow the NL pennent! Chi-Chi Olivo would save the game for the Braves.

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The Phillies were so close to winning the 1964 pennant that i remember world series tickets were even printed. I remember a man i knew had some as a collectors item.But that 10 game losing streak at end of season done them in.Manager Gene Mauck had a track record of his teams blowing pennants. A good manager but unfortunate endings

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Stats for best player

Sabermetrics are being more widely accepted to determine a players value. What do think is the best stat or stats to use in determining who is a teams best player?


Richard- CLW, FL / MPS, MN

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For those that are serious about what saber metrics is in relation to performance in baseball by all means go to the MLB segment where Ken Hawk Harrelson is interviewed by Brian Kenney and Harold Reynolds. I really believe this to be food for thought about what really is important in winning teams and the individual players that can contribute to a win. MOST IMPORTANT. TWTW The Will TO WIN YES YES

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Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - September 24, 1952

Irv Noren + Allie Reynolds were my favYanks in '52, my first season of baseball awareness. Mel Parnell was my fav Red Sox that year.

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I need to add to previous comment in reply to Danny Lehrman comment 1952 awareness of baseball. AS Indian fan of the early 50's they had very good teams. only problem was in same league with YANKEES.Finished 2nd to them 51 52 53 55 56.ONLY won 1st in 54 but got swept by GIANTS.Feller Wynn Lemon Garcia Score Rosen Doby Easter Avila great players

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Florida Marlins versus Kansas City Royals - May 18, 2008

I ran across an interesting stat a few months ago. Matt Tupman is the last player to record a base hit in his only major league at bat. It has not happened too often only 21 times in the history of baseball dating back to 1874. And only 4 times since 1950. I found myself after clicking a link in a obscure sports memorabilia shop and ran across the actual game bat that was used for that once in a lifetime event for Matt Tupman so I bought the bat. It is signed by him also. Kinda cool I thought. Just wondered if anyone was there that day or if anyone knows where to get a video of the game.

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Hi Jim,
Interesting stat you mentioned about MattTupman. I looked him up and he was a catcher for the KCR. He pinch hit in that game batting in the 6th spot and got a single. He had a nice minor league career eventually resigning with the Arizona Diamonbacks in 2009 and playing for the Mobile Baybears in the AA Southern League. You might try Rare Sports Films or google the game to get a video.

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Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - July 2, 1967

The day was July 2, 1967. The Cubs were playing the final game of a 12 game homestand of which they had already won 10. Jenkins on the mound. Cubs hadn't finished in the first division since 1946. That day they won 4-1 and for a brief time the Cubs pennant topped the National league. No fans left the stadium until the Cub Pennant was raised above St. Louis. My greatest Cub memory

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I remember listening to this game on WGN radio.Announcers Vince Lloyd and Lou Boudreau went wildly mad with excitement. Cubs actually took lead in National LEAGUE PENNANT race. This was before division format.For a brief period in race Cubs actually in FIRST PLACE.All were excited but was not to last.But still wonderful memory

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New York Yankees versus Kansas City Athletics - June 11, 1959

Why did Dick Williams replace Whitey Herzog in the bottom of the fourth inning (after Berra made first out lining to Herzog)? In the first baseball game I ever attended, between KC and NY, Whitey Herzog came out of the game after running into the RF wall. Was this the game?

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I was at the game visiting from KC. I was surprised at the number of fans rooting against the Yankees. I saw the impressive catch that Herzog made. So did New York Herald Tribune Photographer Ted Kell. A blow up of his photo has adorned the wall of Dixon's Famous Chili Parlor in Kansas City for many years. I have been searching for a print of my own which is why I am here. I did not remember Herzog having to be replaced but this SI article tells the story. http://www.si.com/vault/1959/06/22/607159/catch-as-catch-can

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Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago Cubs - July 12, 1979

Game was supposed to start at 8:05 pm EDT.
Game actually ended at 2:55 am EDT.
Game actually started at 10:21 pm due to rain delay. Two additional rain delays during the game.
Based on actual time of game played it is not long, but from original start time to actual end time it was 6:50, which could be construed as the longest non-suspended game in Cubs history.
Same night as Disco Demolition at Comiskey Park.

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I will reply to the demolition-disco game comment. Yes i remember this very much.This was twi-night double header between Tigers -White Sox.I was going to watch 2nd game as WKZO Kalamazoo was televising tigers games.But back then there would only be like 1 game a week on TV.Because of promotion gone bad had to forfeit. so no game to be watched

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New York Yankees versus Cleveland Indians - June 28, 1980

I was at this game at Yankee Stadium.Growing up in New York I must have attended over 200 to 250 games in my lifetime. This was a memorable night when Cleveland outfielder Joe Charboneau hit the longest home run I had ever seen in the 2nd inning against Tom Underwood . I will never forget that home run

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That home run by Joe Charboneau was into the third deck at old Yankee Stadium.This was only the Third time it was reached. Previously only JIMMIE FOXX and FRANK HOWARD had hit there. Charboneau was rookie of year 1980. Was one year wonder Holds record for fewest career games played by rookie of year winner. also was quite a character.

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New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - September 6, 2003

This game was my 1st game I ever saw at Yankee Stadium. I am a huge Yankee fan. I started following the Yankees in 1960. When the Pirates beat the Yankees in 7 games I cried. I was 10 yrs. old. I have followed the Yankees ever since. We had great seats right behind home plate behind the screen near the field. I still get goosebumps thinking about the 1st time I saw Yankee Stadium. I just recently found out that my wife spent 1000 dollars on these tickets. I guess she loves me. This game was also on my birthday. Even though they lost 11-0 I had a great time. My wife and I spent some time in New York City also. We had a great time sightseeing. PRICELESS!!

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I need to post correction to previous statement. It was Yankees victory of 16- 3 and not 16-0 as i had stated. Pirates victories were close over yankees and Yankees were blowouts. still Pirates were the 1960 world champs so i give them credit for that.

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Chicago White Sox versus New York Yankees - July 1, 1990

Andy Hawkins pitched the sixth no-hitter in the majors this season and the third in less than 48 hours, but lost 4-0 to the Chicago White Sox on two outfield errors in the eighth inning.

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MLB later removed this from the record book as a no hitter. the reason was since White Sox were the home team they only batted for 8 innings and no hitter has to be full 9 innings. Also some other no hitters removed such as Dean Chance perfect game called after 5 innings due to rainout.

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Cleveland Indians versus Detroit Tigers - June 24, 1968

I remember listening to this game on the radio and Jim Northrup actually came up with the bases loaded for a third time (after his two grand slams) but he made on out on that plate appearance (don't recall how he was retired)

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I have to correct my own comment regarding Jim Northrups 3rd plate appearance with the bases loaded- I confused this game with the June 29, 1968 game where Northrup had a a third grand slam in the same week. He had another plate appearance with the bases loaded in THAT game but he struck out. Seems like Northrup was always coming up with the bases loaded that year and most of the time, he delivered. Thanks to this program, I am able to re-live these games (and refresh my faulty memory!) love it!

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Cleveland Indians versus Baltimore Orioles - July 2, 1962

I was 12 years old and attended the game with my stepdad sitting in the upperdeck down the 3rd baseline at the old (and nearly empty) Cleveland Municipal Stadium. Dick Donovan pitched a two hit shutout while facing the minimum of 27 batters. Whitey Herzog got two singles being doubled up on one and thrown out attempting to steal on the other. Willie Tasby broke up the scoreless game with a homer over the centerfield fence in the bottom of the 8th. Woody Held singled home an insurance run later in the the same inning. This remains the best pitched game I've ever witnessed personally in my 55+ years of following the Indians. That includes the back to back one hitters I saw Sam McDowell pitch in 1967.

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I kept score of this game from my home in Connecticut, listening to the Orioles radio broadcast on WBAL. The page of the Orioles batters is beautiful, 3 batters 3 outs in each inning. I think it was just as good as any no-hitter.

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Seattle Mariners versus Chicago White Sox - June 5, 2013

Nobody scores for the first 13 innings. Then the White Sox score 5 in the top of the 14th, and the Mariners come back with 5 in the bottom of the 14th!

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Yes i remember this very much. I watched it on WGN TV. going into 14th inning score was 0-0. WHITE SOX scored 5 runs only for MARINERS score 5 runs in bottom of 14th. HAWK had a fit.WHITE SOX scored 2 runs in 16th to win 7-5.Game lasted over 5 hours

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Atlanta Braves versus Cincinnati Reds - July 4, 1977

Bench's last out fly ball to Burroughs was caught against the wall, a couple of feet short of a game-tying home run. There were fireworks, a SRO crowd in Atlanta, the game was broadcast on ABC, and it was Seaver's first defeat as a Red. Great night in Georgia.

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I remembered distinctly watching this game on the 4th of july but couldn't remember if it was 76 or 77. Remember rooting for Biff Pocoroba to get the big hit with the bases loaded in the 8th. He, of course, came through with a line drive double into centerfield knocking in all 3. A great moment in Atlanta Braves history.

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New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - August 23, 1968

John Hiller threw nine scoreless innings in RELIEF.

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WHY WAS THE SUSPENDED GAME REPLAYED IN ITS ENTIRETY INSTEAD OF FROM THE 20TH INNING?

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Milwaukee Brewers versus Texas Rangers - July 13, 1974

This was the first Major League Baseball game I attended. I went with my Cub Scout Pack 61 from Milwaukee. Davey Johnson (who is now a Brewers TV analyst) led off the game for the Rangers. It was memorable because a shot time later he was caught attempting to steal home. The first Milwaukee Brewer player I saw get a hit was Robin Yount which was the 69th of the 1974 season and his career. I was there for may other along the way including #3000 many years later. George Scott died today. R.I.P. Boomer.

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Correction. I meant Davey Nelson (I don't know how I came up with Johnson in my original post...Johnson was with the Braves that year).

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Re: 1967 American League Pennant Race - July 13th

I recognize all the managers and about 50% of the players mentioned. The more I read your blogs the better I'll get. I found most interesting the backround you gave of the time period.

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ALL information about the 1967 american league pennant race is all very special to me. First of all as a baseball fan. i agree with a statement Babe Ruth made that its the only real sport.And since Dean Chance of twins is my high school team mate and very good friend and went down the wire to start the last game Oct 1 1967 i claim special interest.

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Los Angeles Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 30, 1962

I was sitting in the blue section up high and way down the left field line. In the 8th, Gene Oliver hit what looked like a lazy fly ball right down the left field line. It looked deep, but I thought the field would hold it. Tommy Davis disappeared from view and I was unable to see if he caught it or if it was fair or foul, but from the sound of the crowd, I knew it had cleared the fence. I turned to my best friend Glenn Mauer and said, "I think we're in trouble, I don't think we can beat the Giants in a playoff." I then went to the concession stand and bought a 'Crying Towel', the last one I've ever seen for sale. It had all the 62 Dodger players names on it, and there was a wooden dowel across the top and a braded golden rope to hang it from. It disappeared in one of the moves my mother made when I was in Viet Nam. For the last 10, I've been looking to replace it. I had just turned 15 years-old five days before the game. Glenn's parents had taken me to the game for my birthday.

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I'm just looking at the lineups; what great players. I was at the game & sat above 3rd base. Padres pitched a great game-I think it was on his birthday. I recall listening to the post-game show. Oliver said he wished the Dodgers had won the pennant. It was so ironic and seemed to
I'm just looking at the lineups; what great players. I was at the game & sat above 3rd base. I recall the post-game show on KFI when Oliver said he wished the Dodgers had won the pennant. It was so ironic and made the bitterness worse.




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Cleveland Indians versus Minnesota Twins - August 25, 1967

I saw this game with one of my best friends and grandfather. I remember little about how the game went, after all that was 45 years ago, but do recall that it was extremely boring as no-hitters can be! I've been to very few MLB games and this was one, imagine that, I saw a no-hitter.

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i am sorry you found it boring.i wasn't there that night but for me it will always exciting as dean chance who pitched the no hit game is my high school team mate and very good friend.so there is a personal connection for me

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Atlanta Braves versus Los Angeles Dodgers - April 8, 1974

What about the coaches on 1st and 3rd bases on that historic day? ( or any other day of the season) They were to ones actively coaching the game... the games did not pause to check with the manager in the dugout.... then conclude the play.
And they got ripped if they screwed up.
Seems like an oversight NOT to list them to me.
Thanks ...DBW

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We agree that coaches would be nice addition. Unfortunately, however, coaches are not listed in the Retrosheet data upon which we rely to get our basic info.

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New York Yankees versus Kansas City Athletics - September 20, 1964

My first ever baseball game!

I was 7 years old and to this day can recall the emotions of seeing the field as I arrived at my seat through the tunnel!

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I experienced the same exact excitement ,just 2 years earlier
and one year older. Coming up from the dark corridor and then seeing that field is burned in my memory.I to this day
haven't seen colors as bright as that day!Red clay infield
and the color of the KC uniforms yellow and green.Thanks for the memory Bob !

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Philadelphia Phillies versus Brooklyn Dodgers - June 2, 1957

I have the ball that Farrell hit out of the park in the bottom of the 8th.

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This is the first baseball game I ever attended. I was a little kid, but always remebered that the Phils played the Dodgers that day and the score was 5 -3. I just went on line to see what I could find. Pretty cool!

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New York Yankees versus Detroit Tigers - May 8, 1948

Did they honor Eddie Mayo (Tiger second baseman) honored with a "Eddie Mayo Day" at this game? If not do you know the date of his "Day"? I was at his "Day" and since this was his last year I was wondering if this was the game. I would like to get the box score of my first game. Thank you, Gerry

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(continued) Anyway . . . A question for you: are you sure your first game was in 1948? I ask because there was more than one Eddie Mayo Day held in Yankee Stadium between 1944 and 1948. We lived just 12 miles from Yankee Stadium, and the Yankees were always glad to provide the time for visiting player "days", since it pumped up attendance by 300 or 400. Second question: since you remember that your first game was "Eddie Mayo Day", do you also remember whether he received a new car during the pre-game festivities? I have a photo of Dad standing beside the car at home plate, and would be glad to forward to you. Just contact me at edmayo33@gmail.com. Hope some of this helps you remember your first ball game. Cheers -- Eddie Mayo Jr.

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Texas Rangers versus New York Yankees - April 20, 1990

Can you email me a box score to this game?

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You can also get the box score on this site by clicking on Box Score on Game Summary page. Here it is for this game: http://www.backtobaseball.com/boxscore/TEX199004200

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Cleveland Indians versus Boston Red Sox - August 31, 1984

Was Clemens shut down for the rest of the season on the walk to Thornton due to injury in the 4th? I mean this looked a possible nother 20 strike out day for him in his rookie year all of a sudden he came out? Big sox fan, thought I knew almost every thing bout them don't remember this.

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Shut down? I would look for any other reason. In 1984 managers usually did not "shut down" pitchers of any age.

Clemens completed 5 of his 20 starts that year, and had just finished his last two starts. The Red Sox had 40 complete games as a team, third in the league and did not miss first in complete games by much.

I think Clemens was just hurting (anyone know)?. He did recover, and pitched another 4700 innings or so.




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total base count

This may be a lousy question, but it seems a walk doesn't count toward a players total base count. Would someone enlighten me.

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You are correct. Walks are not included in the total base count. Only hits are included (1 for singles, 2 for doubles, 3 for triples, 4 for home runs).

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New York Yankees versus California Angels - June 17, 1978

I was there with my dad...field level on first base side...still have the ticket stub...win put Guidry's won-loss record at 11-0...would eventually get to 14-0 before getting his first loss that season...and yes, as the game progressed the crowd spontaneously started clapping and standing up when the batter got to two strikes in anticipation of the K.

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I agree that this was the earliest I had ever heard of this practice (clapping when the opposing team's batter had two strikes on him). For all I know, this is when it started.

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Boston Red Sox versus New York Yankees - October 2, 1978

Heartbreaker for Boston fans.

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This game was on a Monday during the afternoon--locally broadcast on radio in the NY Metropolitan area. I got home from HS just in time to turn on the game, but Mom had other plans for me--I had to go to the store to buy a new pair of slacks "or else". I switched off the car (and its radio) just as the Yankees put 2 on with 2 out in the 7th. The radio in the store was tuned to the news station--it announced "fireworks at Fenway" and I had no idea what that meant until I got back into the car. Got home in time to watch the rest of the game on TV. Great game no matter what you thought of the result.

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June 20 1990 , Giants vs Padres

I was there in center field with my brother at Candlestick Park. It was the hottest day of the year in San Francisco 91' I wore shorts and received a sunburn by inning 11. It Was such a close game. The Giants had lost a winning streak the game before. If they won it would have been 10 games in a row. There almost was a brawl and the benches cleared because the Giants pitcher was throwing close to a Padres player inside zone.

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Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Francisco Giants - May 11, 1963

We didnt have a lot of money back then for extra entertainment but i hounded my mom and dad to get tickets to a dodger game of which tickets were being sold from my grammar school(blessed sacrament) in San Diego. At the last minute my dad and i got tickets and rode in the school bus to dodger stadium. We were stuck in traffic and arrived in the third inning.As i remember frank howard hit a home run before we sat down.
To this day i cant forget hearing the sound of the pitches hitting the catchers mitt all the way down the left field seats with 49,000 in attendance.Who do we see pitch at my first major league game:Koufax and Marichal. Note: bus ride and tickets $6.00 ea. Louie Canedo 619-218-4719

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Sorry for the grammatical error, writing in a rush. Should have read, "Two friends and I..."

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Boston Red Sox versus Detroit Tigers - April 13, 1984

I have a baseball inscribed as: "Friday opening day april 13, 1984 Stapleton 1st base". Assuming ball was caught after Dave hit it...but just wild assumption.

I am not a baseball fan, but was given this ball. Any way to find value or was someone just a Dave Stapleton fan?

Thanks,
Dane

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Lance Parrish was the 13th man in history to make all three outs in an inning. He made first out of the inning, and then as the 13 batter of the inning he hit into a douple play. His number was 13. 13.13.13.13

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Baltimore Orioles versus Seattle Mariners - June 1, 1998

Although this game is usually referenced as starting at 7:35 p.m., and my ticket stub from the game also says 7:35 p.m., it was actually rescheduled as an afternoon game - I believe a 2 p.m. start.

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Spahnnie's "consecutive" no-hitters -- May 3, 1961

Of course, Johnny Vander Meer is the only MLB pitcher to have thrown consecutive. However, Warren Spahn matched that feat but for some shoddy defensive play behind him by (at best) utility-infielder turned left-fielder Mel (no-hit/no-glove) Roach. Having no-hit the SF Giants the prior Friday night, Spahn next pitched against the LA Dodgers Wed. May 3, 1961. In the top of the third inning, Jim Gilliam hit a routine flyball to left field which (in my memory at least) Roach misplayed into a double. As I recall Earl Gillespie's call on the radio, it went something like, "Roach breaks in, now goes back, comes in again... ball falls in behind him..." Scored a double since he never got a glove (never got near) it. Cost Spahn a repeat no-hitter. The recapitulation here says, "fell out of the reach of Roach."

Anyone here who remembers just what happened or knows of a narrative description of the game online?

Oh... You will note that it actually went into the books as a two-hitter. That's

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With google news you can read the account in the Milwaukee Sentinel of that game.

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Chicago Cubs versus Atlanta Braves - July 21, 1979

In th 9th, Kingman hit a single to left field and Scott Thompson also singled to left and the ball went under Jeff Burroughs glove. Not Center Field.

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Thank you for your comment. There are certain games in certain years where our sources don't have the data for hit location. In that case the system defaults to center field. We will be correcting that in our next update.

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Atlanta Braves versus San Diego Padres - September 26, 1969

I just want to know, when Orlando Cepeda crashed the grand-slam in the third inning. Who was in first,second and third base. I told my students about the Latino grand-slam(Millan,Gonzalez and Carty) and one of them ask me about the exact position of the players on the bases. I coundnt give an answer but I told him I will find the right answer. Will you please help me on this one.

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Rico Carty was on first, Tony Gonzalez was on 2nd, and Felix Millan was on 3rd. You can see this by watching game on our site.

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Chicago Cubs versus Cincinnati Reds - August 19, 1965

This is also the 1st time a pitcher who threw a no-hitter went more than 9 innings.

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I was 14 years old, my brother and his two buddies were 15 and 16. This was especially important since the 16 year old friend had a car and we all went to Wrigley Field for that game. My brother and I grew up in Kentucky and were staunch Reds fans and we began in the first inning saying "only 26 more for a no-hitter" just to badger our two friends. But it happened just under three hours later...the Reds won a ten inning no-hitter and we were there. My younger brother and his 10 year old son just happened to be at last night's Reds' no-hitter in Cincinnati against the Giants on July 2, 2013...this is kind of a "family thing." Great memories...!

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New York Yankees versus Washington Senators - May 29, 1960

I was at this game! My Dad took me as this was my tenth birthday. As with other games of my childhood my memory is precise and vivid! I feel I am sitting with my father in the perfect box seats his client gave him - mezzanine a few rows
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behind the broadcast booth. $3.50!. Still have all my scorecards and yearbooks.

As if he is before me this very minute, I am awe-struck as Mantle speeds up the line in
the 11th and beats Becquer to the bag. Never had I seen anybody run so fast and never have since! Then Lopez's HR
like a golf slice, a low line drive, curls around the base of the right field flag
pole!! Thanks so much for your site and I shall search for more games as I journey back as on a tome machine back into my childhood.

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I seem to remember a game where Pete Ramos hit a home run in a double header as the Senators beat the Yankees twice. As I recall Ramos challenged Mantle to a foot race before the game. It did not happen. Mantle was too valuable for such an exhibition.

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NY Yankees vs Washington Senators 9-14-1968

Our son-in-laws dad, Gerry Schoen, pitched 1 game in the majors for the Senators on 9/14/1968. We are trying to get a copy of the broadcast to give to his grandson as a family keepsake. If anyone has this game please contact me at ejf7@ferreri.com Thank you.

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California Angels versus New York Yankees - May 2, 1979

My favorite sporting event of all time. Nolan struck out Reggie three times. Seat cushion night, which made for a deafening noise from the crowd.

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Saw this game as a kid. I couldn't believe how hard both of these guys threw and couldn't imagine how anyone could ever get a hit off of them.
10,000 other fans tried to get tickets but were turned away. Awesome game.

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Detroit Tigers versus Baltimore Orioles - July 3, 1971

who won this game?

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The Orioles won, 8-1. Pat Dobson was the winning pitcher.

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Detroit Tigers versus Kansas City Royals - July 14, 1972

THE HALLER BROTHERS MAKE HISTORY!

THE ROYALS VS. TIGERS GAME ON 7/14/72 (ROYALS WON, 1-0) WAS THE ONLY GAME IN MLB HISTORY WHERE TWO BROTHERS WERE IN THE GAME, ONE AS AN UMPIRE (BEHIND HOME PLATE) AND THE OTHER AS A PLAYER (CATCHER). BILL HALLER WAS THE UMPIRE AND HIS YOUNGER BROTHER, TOM HALLER WAS THE CATCHER FOR THE TIGERS.

BOTH WERE BORN IN LOCKPORT, ILLINOIS.

I AM TOM'S BROTHER-IN-LAW (HE AND MY SISTER, JOAN) WERE MARRIED UNTIL TOM'S PASSING IN 2004.

I AM DESPERATELY TRYING TO FIND A PHOTO, AUDIO CLIP, PROGRAM OR SOME OTHER MEMORABILIA TO VERIFY THIS RARE MOMENT IN BASEBALL.

THANK YOU AND KIND REGARDS.

MICHAEL ALEXANDER
MICHAELSFAS@GMAIL.COM

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Hi Brian, Thanks so much for your post or comment. Yes, I would greatly appreciate obtaining a digital (scanned) copy of the photo you mentioned on 4/15/13. How can I reach you? My contact information is listed below.

Kind regards,

Michael Alexander
44746 Garden Court
El Macero, CA 95618
530.848.5811 mobile
michaelsfas@gmail.com

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Boston Red Sox versus Toronto Blue Jays - June 2, 1989

We saw this game. Crash and Sheila Parr

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During the game when the name Polaroid flashed on the outfield stream, I knew that Clint would be working for them, a Boston based company. The message was like in Field of Dreams which was Go the distance.

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New York Giants versus Brooklyn Dodgers - May 28, 1947

I believe this was the first game i ever saw. i was in the
second grade in school in ny. we were giant fans. i was not
yet seven years old. the game was a total horror show. 14-2 dodgers. five months later my father (who was a Fordham grd & recalled when Fordham was a big football power) took me to the PG to see Fordham play Penn State. (What was he thinking?) Another horror show, worse than the first. Penn State 75 Fordham 0.

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Watching the game today from the vantage of 66 years,
it didn't seem so horrific. It was just one of those games.

But it was my first & I was only six & so to my child's sensibility, it was everything & it was horrible. It was like a really bad fairy tale with a deeply unhappy ending.
A year later, in 1948 came the news that the Giants had fired Mel Ott (who was one of Us & a really good guy) & replaced him with Leo Durocher who was a totally bad guy & on of them. How could they do it? My father & I sat in his 33 Dodge outside our house in Woodside. We really were devastated. It was a very hot day. My father said, "That's it. I'm not going to the Polo Grounds again." And he meant it. I was four years before I could get him to go back. It was a terribleday. Over the next few years, my father took me to games at Yankee Stadium. I never liked the Yankees, always rooted against them. It was like we were dating the wrong woman.

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May 4, 1984 Dave Kingman Metrodome Popup

Simulation errantly lists 4th inning hit as a line drive past centerfielders Darrell Brown, when ball actually drifted, lodged into vent hole in Teflon roof above third baseman John Castino.

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orlando cepeda home run

I was 9 years old my dad took me to see the game at fenway park.2 men were on base and my favoriteplayer,Orlando cepeda was on deck.I ran over screaming Cepeda hit it out over and over again.He did and when he touched home he looked right at me I will never forget it. the red sox won 10 to 0.aug 2nd 1973

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San Francisco Giants versus Milwaukee Braves - April 28, 1963

Hi,Do you have a Dvd of this game I can buy.?

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Hi Rob. Are you asking for a dvd showing the actual video of this game, or a dvd showing the graphical replay we do? If the former, which I assume you are, then unfortunately the answer would be no. You may try the local San Francisco or Milwaukee TV stations.

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Brooklyn Dodgers versus St. Louis Cardinals - August 29, 1955

This was my first Dodgers game - I was 9. Dad and I sat in the lower deck along the third base line. I remember Duke Snider hitting a hsot off the base of the RF wall in the 1st inning and sliding under the tag for a triple. He later homered (although I don't remember that). A couple left handed Cards hitters also slugged HRs to the opposite field. Podres was theDodger pitcher that day..

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What a great experience for you. My first game was the last game of the 1954 season Dodgers vs. Pirates at Ebbets Field.Pitcher for Brooklyn was Karl Spooner who struck out 12 Bucs. in only his second game following a 15 strikeout performance in his debut. Gil Hodges hit a towering homer late in the game for a 1-0 Dodger win. How good was that!

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Chicago White Sox versus Cincinnati Reds - October 3, 1919

I live in cincinnati ohio and was having some work done on my house. One of the men working found an old stack of newspapers with some historical news. One was from the Cincinnati Post dated October 2,1919. It has the starting line up of both teams. On the Reds side it Lists Sallee as the pitcher Not fisher. the White Sox lineup List everyone except it has E.Collins at 2nd base and Williams as the pitcheron the score card.

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The starting lineup for October 2 in BacktoBaseball shows the lineup consistent with your comments. Perhaps the Post was referring to the October 2nd game?

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Re: Situational statistics

Enjoy the info. Will pitchers be available at some point?

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We do plan to add pitchers sometime in the near future.

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New York Giants versus Cleveland Indians - September 29, 1954

Like to see the box score

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You can see the box score. When you click on the red "View Game" button, it brings up the play by play first page. You can then click on the Last/Box button which will bring up the full play by play as well as a link to the Baseball-Reference box score.

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Pittsburgh Pirates versus St. Louis Cardinals - September 12, 2000

Why did McGwire start in left field for this game? And then only get one at-bat?

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McGwire was on the disabled list due to knee tendonitis and when he came off it, he only batted once in each game for about 4 games. Since this was an away game, he didn't play in the field.

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Re: 1967 American League Pennant Race - July 15th

George Scott! I forgot the boomer was on that squad...old school sox slugger! Harmon killebrew just died, was a real class act. Following Yaz's #s just as fun as the pennant race!

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The Red Sox game started with Gary Waslewski walking the first two batters on a total of nine pitches and going to a 2-0 count on Paul Blair, when he was removed with a back injury. Santiago came in, ran the count to 3-2,then Blair, with the runners moving,lined into a 5-4-3 triple play,and the Red Sox responded with four runs in the bottom of the first. Quite a momentum swing

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Chicago Cubs versus New York Mets - April 4, 1994

Why, in the diagran is Jeff Kent shown as both the 1st and second baseman?

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Thank you for pointing out this error. We have corrected the error. We rely on and appreciate all comments from fans like you.

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Great Moments

WHAT GAME IN THE MOVIE FEVER PITCH DID THE RED SOX COME BACK IN THE 9TH INNING TO WIN AGAINST THE YANKS? WAS THAT A REGULAR SEASON GAME? IF SO WHAT WAS THE DATE?

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Re: Post #5 below, we are considering other great pennant races, including the 1964 season, not to mention the recently concluded season where 2 teams collapsed and 2 made incredible comebacks, including the Cardinals.

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Chicago Cubs versus Colorado Rockies - August 4, 1996

Pick off at 2B of McRae in last of 1st should be 1-6, not 2-6

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Bichette ejected in top of 9th by Wally Bell after being called out at 1B.

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New York Yankees versus Boston Red Sox - October 16, 2003

My son + I were there. A thrill. Little did mess up. They got better the next year with Francona + their historic come back from 3-0 in the ALCS.

Ironically it was Boone's (descended from Daniel) last game as a Yankee. He broke his ankle playing basket ball in the off season. This brought on A-Rod.

Tough to choose between Boone + Bucky Dent.

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this was up there with 86 as a classic red sox collapse that was entirely against all odds. In the history of baseball, what % of the time does a team up 3 runs in the 8th lose a game, anyone know?

I was at the thirsty scholar, a bar in Somerville with my friend and longtime sox sufferer ben Siddall. Simply crushing. Everyone in America knew to take Pedro out...Little's hubris cost the sox a shot at the Series. BUT it made next year allllll the sweeter!

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Baltimore Orioles versus New York Mets - June 22, 1998

Our son caught Cal Ripken's homerun ball at this game
and we always wondered what number homerun it was,
out of his 431 career homeruns. Yup, we still have the ball and season tickets for 22 Jun 1998.

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With regards to the query #1 below, I believe it was his 391st career home run.

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Washington Senators versus New York Yankees - August 8, 1956

My Dad took me to the fame, my first.

We were impressed that Mantle hit his first pitch, as it appeared to us, over the left field bleachers. The only report of Mantle hitting out of the park at Griffith Stadium refer to the Chuck Stobbsgopher in 1953.

Was it an optical illusion?

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The 1953 home run is one of the most famous homers of all time - one of Mantle's longest. The only way to really know about this 1956 game would be to see if you can get a Washington Post report of that game. It would probably mention it if it left the park. Thanks for your comments.

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Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Diego Padres - April 5, 1974

1st game of the most glorious baseball season I ever knew. Vinny named Dodger Stadium, the 'Magic Castle' the boys of summer had become men with big bats, pitching was everywhere and when we were losing it was just a set-up for more heroics. I am here to relive that season and play S-O-M while I watch in memory of my best friend who was there with me for all 112 games and was killed back in LA last year and it was doing research into that crime I found this site so I will watch, remember, and finish my aahhh...research and after the 162 it's off to my hometown and share my insights with a selected few. He would have loved this site more than myself, I think Denzel got it right when in a film called 'man on fire' he stated, 'revenge is a dish best served cold'. Thanks to you all for this work it is truly a gift to those of us who find that Major League Baseball falls somewhere between the greatest pastime and religion, as a Catholic Easter Mass and a season deciding game bring forth uni

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The 1974 Dodgers were a great team. Steve Garvey is the MVP of that year. Mike Marshall wins the Cy Young Award. They had 4 starters in the All-Star Game. Andy Messersmith, Steve Garvey, Ron Cey, and Jimmy Wynn. They had a record of 102 and 60 in regular season.

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Los Angeles Dodgers versus San Diego Padres - April 7, 1974

While I do love this it would be great to have crowd sounds and HR celebration sounds aka fireworks for home teams (which would need to have a mute button for road games sans S-O-M(strat-o-matic does itr best) and the ultimate non TV addition would be the calling of the games not unlike radio and since the originals might be a bit pricey. A well versed articulate fan not unlike myself could give that 'old-timey radio' feel which not unlike relic-radio can be quite catchy.

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First of all, thank you for your comments. We always appreciate comments from fans, particularly those who truly appreciate what we've done. We actually considered putting additional sounds in. One has to be careful in putting sounds in on the web because it can get annoying to some people. Yes the mute button would be helpful, but that would then shut off the other sounds we have there now such as the bat hitting the ball. We have experimented with voice simulation to replicate a commentator, but it sounds somewhat articial. Voice simulation is the only practical way to go since we have over 100,000 games and counting in database. We will continue to consider these suggestions. Happy baseball!!!

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Brooklyn Dodgers versus Philadelphia Phillies - September 25, 1956

Did Brooklyn clinch the pennant in this gamne?

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The Dodgers were actually .5 game out after this game, trailing the Braves by 1/2 game. They don't actually clinch the pennant until the last day of the season, September 30th, when both teams win, but the Dodgers win the pennant by 1 game.

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 5, 1941. The Passed Ball.

The Passed Ball happend on my birthday October 5 but not 1941, 2000 I'm AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

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I also forgot to say that the Yankees r my FAVORITE BASEBALL TEAM!!!!!!!!!!

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Philadelphia Phillies versus Los Angeles Dodgers - July 26, 1958

Are the original stubs worth anything.

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Ticket stubs can be worth something, particularly if a record was established. This is a Koufax game, and therefore might have some value, but it would have a greater value if he did something special.

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New York Yankees versus St. Louis Browns - August 4, 1951

I've always wondered what happened to the guy who ran out of the stands that day to touch J D in center field?

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Unfortunately, I was only 9 years old when Joe D. retired. I saw him play in the 1950 series on TV. I can understand why someone would want to run out of the stands to touch him - he was godlike to Yankee fans. The guy probably talked about it the rest of his life. Perhaps he's even still alive. Thanks for commenting.

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Boston Red Sox versus Kansas City Athletics - May 17, 1963

Was this game interrupted by fan rowdiness?

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Jim - do you have reason to believe it was?

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Greatest Games

I know that Don Larsen's pitch-count in his perfect game of the 1956 series was 97. But, I've searched high and low and have failed to find Sal Maglie's pitch-count in the same game. What was it, please and thank you?
I await your asap, in not sooner, reply. Cordially,

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Murray - sorry, I do not know the Sal Maglie pitch-count on that day. I will post to all areas concerning Don Larsen's perfect game and see if anyone else knows it. Also, you may want to consider listening to the radio broadcast which MLB has access to on its website.

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 8, 1956. Don Larsen's Perfect Game

I know that Don Larsen's pitch-count in his perfect game of the 1956 series was 97. But, I've searched high and low and have failed to find Sal Maglie's pitch-count in the same game. What was it, please and thank you?
I await your asap, in not sooner, reply. Cordially,

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Murray - sorry, I do not know the Sal Maglie pitch-count on that day. I will post to all areas concerning Don Larsen's perfect game and see if anyone else knows it. Also, you may want to consider listening to the radio broadcast which MLB has access to on its website.

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Re: 50 Greatest Yankee Moments. October 16, 2003. Aaron Boone's Walk-off Home Run.

this was up there with 86 as a classic red sox collapse that was entirely against all odds. In the history of baseball, what % of the time does a team up 3 runs in the 8th lose a game, anyone know?

I was at the thirsty scholar, a bar in Somerville with my friend and longtime sox sufferer ben Siddall. Simply crushing. Everyone in America knew to take Pedro out...Little's hubris cost the sox a shot at the Series. BUT it made next year allllll the sweeter!

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My son + I were there. A thrill. Little did mess up. They got better the next year with Francona + their historic come back from 3-0 in the ALCS.

Ironically it was Boone's (descended from Daniel) last game as a Yankee. He broke his ankle playing basket ball in the off season. This brought on A-Rod.

Tough to choose between Boone + Bucky Dent.

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Re: 1951 Dodgers/Giants

This is cool! But I'm not sure I can wait until October to relive that glorious moment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lrI7dVj90zs.

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There ain't no parallel universe. And stealing signals wasn't even illegal. So Joel, deal with it. Get a life. And perhaps you will even recognize that Thomson's phenomenal shot was God's advance punishment for one or more of your future sins. Or perhaps it was just a random occurrence that we allegedly-sentient beings take way too seriously. So let's just party on!

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