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1913 - After 68 straight innings Christy Mathewson gives up a walk.

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1915 - Boston Braves start move from last place to become world series champions.

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1947 - Detroit Tigers shut out New York Yankees 2-0, end 19-game win streak.

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1948 - Pat Seerey of Chicago White Sox hits four home runs in a game.

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1951 - Jersey Joe Walcott knocks out Ezzard Charles in five rounds for heavyweight belt. At age 37 Walcott is the oldest boxer to win the title.

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1954 - Saint Louis Cardinals, losing 8-1 to Philadelphia Phillies begin stalling in 5th; they forfeit game.

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1960 - Baseball's National League votes to add Houston and New York franchises.

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1970 - Ron Hunt gets hit by a pitch for a record 119th time.

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1970 - Willie Mays hits number 3,000.

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1978 - Billy Martin suspends Reggie Jackson for not bunting.

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