1962 – Walt Bond and John Romano twice hit back-to-back home runs for the Indians to help beat the Athletics, 10 – 9. They both hit doubles as well – a major league first when added to the back-to-backs – as Bond collects six RBIs and Romano 4. Dick Donovan gains his 20th win, though he is chased in the 6th.

On September 19, 1962 — 1962 – Walt Bond and John Romano twice hit back-to-back home runs for the Indians to help beat the Athletics, 10 – 9. They both hit doubles as well – a major league first when added to the back-to-backs – as Bond collects six RBIs and Romano 4. Dick Donovan gains his 20th win, though he is chased in the 6th.

 

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