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Kansas City A’s sign pitcher Lew Krausse to a $125,000 bonus, the largest in major league history

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On June 8, 1950, the Kansas City A’s sign pitcher Lew Krausse to a $125,000 bonus, the largest in major league history. The 18-year-old right-hander pitched 18 no-hitters in high school and once struck out 24 batters in a game.

Boston Red Sox establish a major league record for the most runs in one game as they rip the St. Louis Browns, 29-4

Boston Red Sox establish a major league record for the most runs in one game as they rip the St. Louis Browns, 29-4

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On June 8, 1950, The Boston Red Sox beat the St. Louis Browns, 29 – 4, at Fenway Park, and set major league records for runs scored; most long hits, 17 (nine doubles, 1 triple and 7 home runs); most total bases, 60; most extra bases on long hits, 32; most runs over two games,…