The 61-year history of Shibe Park begins with the A’s defeating the Red Sox, 8-1

ByThis Day in Baseball April 12, 1909October 21, 2023

The 61-year history of Shibe Park begins with the A’s defeating the Red Sox, 8-1. The Philadelphia stadium, which will be renamed to honor Connie Mack in 1953, is the first concrete and steel ballpark in major league history.

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With Christy Mathewson sidelined with diphtheria, Red Ames pitches the opener for the New York Giants

ByThis Day in Baseball April 12, 1909October 21, 2023

1909 – With Christy Mathewson sidelined with diphtheria, Red Ames pitches the opener for the New York Giants, a 3 – 2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies at the Baker Bowl.

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Day: April 12, 1909

The 61-year history of Shibe Park begins with the A’s defeating the Red Sox, 8-1

With Christy Mathewson sidelined with diphtheria, Red Ames pitches the opener for the New York Giants

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