Hank Aaron is denied a homer when Chris Pelekoudas calls him out for stepping out of the batter’s box.

ByThis Day in Baseball August 18, 1965August 18, 2021

After hitting a ball on top of the pavilion at Sportsman’s Park, Braves outfielder Hank Aaron is denied a homer when Chris Pelekoudas calls him out. The home plate umpire’s decision is influenced by Cardinal catcher Tim McCarver, who is jumping up and down, insisting the eventual home champion had stepped out of the batter’s box.

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In a 3 – 2 Orioles win over the Red Sox, Brooks Robinson hits into his 3rd triple play, tying the record of George Sisler, who banged into triple plays in 1921, 1922, and 1926.

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In a 3 – 2 Orioles win over the Red Sox, Brooks Robinson hits into his 3rd triple play, tying the record of George Sisler, who banged into triple plays in 1921, 1922, and 1926.

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Day: August 18, 1965

Hank Aaron is denied a homer when Chris Pelekoudas calls him out for stepping out of the batter’s box.

In a 3 – 2 Orioles win over the Red Sox, Brooks Robinson hits into his 3rd triple play, tying the record of George Sisler, who banged into triple plays in 1921, 1922, and 1926.

Start Listieng to Classic Baseball Broadcasts (1934 - 1973)

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