1903 – The Boston Americans take – and hold – the American League lead. They will finish 14 1/2 games ahead of the Philadelphia Athletics.

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On June 23 1903 — 1903 – The Boston Americans take – and hold – the American League lead. They will finish 14 1/2 games ahead of the Philadelphia Athletics.

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