1936 – A home run by George Selkirk in the 16th inning gives Red Ruffing and the New York Yankees a 5 – 4 win over Oral Hildebrand and the Cleveland Indians. Ruffing has three hits, including a homer. Incredibly, there are no strikeouts in the long game.

On June 7 1936 — 1936 – A home run by George Selkirk in the 16th inning gives Red Ruffing and the New York Yankees a 5 – 4 win over Oral Hildebrand and the Cleveland Indians. Ruffing has three hits, including a homer. Incredibly, there are no strikeouts in the long game.


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Sources:

Baseball Reference June 7

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National Pastime June 7

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