National League President Warren Giles waives the 12:50 a.m. curfew for games that may affect the outcome of the pennant race

 

On September 24, 1956 —  National League President Warren Giles waives the 12:50 a.m. curfew for games that may affect the outcome of the pennant race. Brooklyn wins the postponed game, but loses the regular game to Pittsburgh, 6 – 5.

 


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