In the opener of two in Kansas City, the Tigers rally from an 8-run deficit in the 2nd inning to win, 12 – 8. Al Kaline collects his 1,000th RBI with a 2-run single. Detroit loses the 2nd game to snap their 8-game win streak.

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On June 20, In the opener of two in Kansas City, the Tigers rally from an 8-run deficit in the 2nd inning to win, 12 – 8. Al Kaline collects his 1,000th RBI with a 2-run single. Detroit loses the 2nd game to snap their 8-game win streak.

The Atlanta-bound Braves ban sportswriter Lou Chapman from the clubhouse for his “stories of a negative nature” and their “disquieting” effect on players and management. The ban is rescinded a day later upon protest by Milwaukee BBWAA members.

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On June 20, The Atlanta-bound Braves ban sportswriter Lou Chapman from the clubhouse for his “stories of a negative nature” and their “disquieting” effect on players and management. The ban is rescinded a day later upon protest by Milwaukee BBWAA members.

Jay Dahl, who pitched three innings in Houston’s all-rookie lineup in September 1963, is fatally injured in a car crash. Dahl had won a game the previous day for the Salisbury Astros to up his record to 5-0. At 19, he is the youngest ex-major leaguer to die.

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On June 20, Jay Dahl, who pitched three innings in Houston’s all-rookie lineup in September 1963, is fatally injured in a car crash. Dahl had won a game the previous day for the Salisbury Astros to up his record to 5-0. At 19, he is the youngest ex-major leaguer to die.