6/8/1981: Ruppert Jones of the Padres lost a homer to rain in Pittsburgh. It came off Jim Bibby in the first with one on and two out.
1981 – Houston Astros pitcher Nolan Ryan passes Early Wynn as major leagues’ all-time walks leader, walking two batters in a 3 – 0 win over the Mets to raise his total to 1,777. Ryan also strikes out 10 batters while pitching a five-hitter.
1981 – The Cubs purchase Bobby Bonds from Texas and in his first game for the Cubs‚ Bonds trips on a seam in the field carpet at Three Rivers Stadium and breaks a bone in his right hand. He goes on the 21-day disabled list. The Pirates win‚ 5 – 4‚ in the 10th when Lee Lacy triples and Dale Berra singles him in.
Interested in exploring FRANCHISING? We will help you through your journey visit us @ www.franchisingconnection.com On June 3, 1981, Jerry Grote of the Kansas City Royals sets a club record by driving in seven runs in a 12-9 win over the Seattle Mariners. Grote, who had been retired for two years before making the Royals…
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