Boise Hawks’ manager Mal Finchman is suspended for one game for returning to the field after being ejected in the sixth inning disguised as the team’s mascot Humphrey the Hawk. The feathery impostor give instructions to his team for the remainder the Northwest League contest against Salem.

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Boise Hawks’ manager Mal Finchman is suspended for one game for returning to the field after being ejected in the sixth inning disguised as the team’s mascot Humphrey the Hawk. The feathery impostor give instructions to his team for the remainder the Northwest League contest against Salem.

The Padres’ general manager Jack McKeon trades his son-in-law, pitcher Greg Booker, to the Twins for P Freddie Toliver. Booker has been booed in every appearance, but will make just six outings for the Twins before being sold to the Giants at the end of the season. Toliver will get in nine games with no decisions.

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The Padres’ general manager Jack McKeon trades his son-in-law, pitcher Greg Booker, to the Twins for P Freddie Toliver. Booker has been booed in every appearance, but will make just six outings for the Twins before being sold to the Giants at the end of the season. Toliver will get in nine games with no decisions.

Robinson and Gaston – first African-American managers oppose each other in MLB history

Robinson and Gaston – first African-American managers oppose each other in MLB history

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On June 27, 1989, African-American managers oppose each other for the first time in major league history. Frank Robinson and the Baltimore Orioles defeat Cito Gaston’s Toronto Blue Jays, 16-6, at Baltimore’s Memorial Stadium


In a first in the National League, the Mets’ defense does not record a single assist in a 5 – 1 win over Philadelphia, tying the major-league record set by the Yankees on July 4, 1945 in a game vs the Cleveland Indians. New York pitchers retire the Phillies on 13 strikeouts, 12 fly outs, and two ground balls to 1B. Sid Fernandez is the winner, with Rick Aguilera tossing an inning of relief.

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On June 25, 1989 In a first in the National League, the Mets’ defense does not record a single assist in a 5 – 1 win over Philadelphia, tying the major-league record set by the Yankees on July 4, 1945 in a game vs the Cleveland Indians. New York pitchers retire the Phillies on 13 strikeouts, 12 fly outs, and two ground balls to


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6/24/1989: In the day game of a day/night doubleheader, Dwight Evans faced new relief pitcher Juan Berenguer in the bottom of the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Evans hit a line drive off the left-centerfield stanchion above the wall that caromed back onto the field. The blast was ruled a double instead of a 3-run homer.

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6/24/1989: In the day game of a day/night doubleheader, Dwight Evans faced new relief pitcher Juan Berenguer in the bottom of the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Evans hit a line drive off the left-centerfield stanchion above the wall that caromed back onto the field. The blast was ruled a double instead of a 3-run homer.

Cleveland’s Joe Carter hits three home runs in a game for the third time in his career as the Indians beat Texas, 7 – 3. The Rangers’ Charlie Hough and Kenny Rogers combine to allow just six hits – all homers.

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Cleveland’s Joe Carter hits three home runs in a game for the third time in his career as the Indians beat Texas, 7 – 3. The Rangers’ Charlie Hough and Kenny Rogers combine to allow just six hits – all homers.

Vince Coleman breaks Davey Lopes record
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Vince Coleman breaks Davey Lopes record stealing his 39 & 40th base without being caught

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On June 24, 1989, Vince Coleman of the St. Louis Cardinals in a 5 – 2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, sets a major league record by stealing his 39th and 40th consecutive bases without being caught. Coleman, who has not been caught since September 15 of 1988, breaks the record set by Davey Lopes


New York Yankees trade disgruntled superstar Rickey Henderson

New York Yankees trade disgruntled superstar Rickey Henderson

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On June 21, 1989, the New York Yankees trade disgruntled superstar Rickey Henderson, hitting only .247 at the time, to the Oakland A’s for outfielder Luis Polonia and pitchers Greg Cadaret and Eric Plunk. Henderson, who had started his major league career with the A’s in 1979, had joined the Yankees in a multi-player trade


Carlton Fisk Chicago White Sox
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Carlton Fisk of the Chicago White Sox sets a record for most home runs by a catcher

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On June 21, 1989, Carlton Fisk of the Chicago White Sox sets a record for most home runs by a catcher. Fisk hits his 307th home run as a receiver, breaking the record held by Yogi Berra. Fisk’s home run, part of a three-RBI day, helps the White Sox to a 7-3 win over the


Dwight Gooden, with the Mets’ 5-3 victory over the Expos, wins his 100th career game. Gooden’s 100-37 career total at the century mark is second only to Hall of Famer Whitey Ford’s 100-36 start with the Yankees in 1958.

Dwight Gooden, with the Mets’ 5-3 victory over the Expos, wins his 100th career game. Gooden’s 100-37 career total at the century mark is second only to Hall of Famer Whitey Ford’s 100-36 start with the Yankees in 1958.

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On June 19, 1989 Dwight Gooden, with the New York Mets’ 5-3 victory over the Montreal Expos, wins his 100th career game. Gooden’s 100-37 career total at the century mark is second only to Hall of Famer Whitey Ford’s 100-36 start with the Yankees in 1958.