1931 – At Chicago, the Yankees record their first shutout of the season when Herb Pennock blanks the White Sox, 6 – 0. Ben Chapman has a good day with a triple, single, two runs scored and his 50th and 51st stolen bases of the year. In addition, he beats the Sox’s Carl Reynolds in a pre-game 100-yard dash.

On August 25, 1931 — 1931 – At Chicago, the Yankees record their first shutout of the season when Herb Pennock blanks the White Sox, 6 – 0. Ben Chapman has a good day with a triple, single, two runs scored and his 50th and 51st stolen bases of the year. In addition, he beats the Sox’s Carl Reynolds in a pre-game 100-yard dash.


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