1889 – New York Giants pitcher Mickey Welch strikes out as the first pinch hitter in major league history.

This Day In Baseball

On September 10, 1889 — 1889 – New York Giants pitcher Mickey Welch strikes out as the first pinch hitter in major league history.

[jetpack_subscription_form title=”Subscribe to This Day In Baseball” subscribe_text=”Get our latest Posts in your in box” subscribe_button=”GO” show_subscribers_total=”0″]

Support This Day In Baseball on Patreon

Sources:
Baseball Reference September 10
National Pastime September 10
Retro Sheet
Hall of Fame
SABR Games Project
Replay The Game