1911 – The Detroit Tigers lose their first home game of the year, 6 – 2, as New York hands George Mullin his first loss. The Tigers have a 21 – 2 record and will lead the pack until July 4th.

At Hilltop Park, Christy Mathewson and Three Finger Brown renew their rivalry, Matty emerges the winner, 5 – 2, over the Cubs’ ace.

The Phillies’ Grover Cleveland Alexander records his first shutout, stopping Brooklyn, 5 – 0, on three hits. Alex fans nine to run his record to 3-1.

At New York, Smokey Joe Wood beats the Highlanders, 4 – 0, in six innings. He gives up just one hit, a single to Ray Caldwell.