1942 – Chicago Cub SS Lennie Merullo makes a major league record 4 errors in the 2nd inning of the nightcap against the Boston Braves. Merullo’s son is born today and is named Boots. The Cubs win, 12 – 8, after losing the first game 10 – 6.

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On September 13, 1942 — 1942 – Chicago Cub SS Lennie Merullo makes a major league record 4 errors in the 2nd inning of the nightcap against the Boston Braves. Merullo’s son is born today and is named Boots. The Cubs win, 12 – 8, after losing the first game 10 – 6.

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