1968 – Al Lopez undergoes an emergency appendectomy. Les Moss will serve as White Sox manager during his 36-game absence.

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On July 23, 1968 — 1968 – Al Lopez undergoes an emergency appendectomy. Les Moss will serve as White Sox manager during his 36-game absence.

 

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Sources:
Baseball Reference July 23
National Pastime July 23
Retro Sheet
Hall of Fame
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