1912 – The Tigers fall to Walter Johnson, 8 – 1, Big Train’s 16th win in a row. He is now 29-7.

On August 23, 1912 — 1912 – The Tigers fall to Walter Johnson, 8 – 1, Big Train’s 16th win in a row. He is now 29-7.

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