1986 – In Toronto’s 6 – 2 win at Seattle, Tony Fernandez hits a single in the 7th with the ensuing rundown requiring five players to touch the ball a total of eight times, with the catcher getting the putout at second base.

On July 23, 1986 — 1986 – In Toronto’s 6 – 2 win at Seattle, Tony Fernandez hits a single in the 7th with the ensuing rundown requiring five players to touch the ball a total of eight times, with the catcher getting the putout at second base.

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