Appearing as a pinch hitter in the top of the eighth inning, Dave Liddell, playing in his only major league game, singles in his lone plate appearance. The Mets’ 23 year-old catcher will stay in the contest, catching the remainder of the team’s 6-3 loss at Philadelphia’s Veterans Stadium.

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Appearing as a pinch hitter in the top of the eighth inning, Dave Liddell, playing in his only major league game, singles in his lone plate appearance. The Mets’ 23 year-old catcher will stay in the contest, catching the remainder of the team’s 6-3 loss at Philadelphia’s Veterans Stadium.

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Randy Johnson of the Seattle Mariners pitches the first no-hitter in the history of the franchise

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On June 2, 1990, Randy Johnson of the Seattle Mariners pitches the first no-hitter in the history of the franchise. The dominating left-hander handcuffs the Detroit Tigers, 2-0, at the Kingdome. Johnson strikes out eight batters and walks six. “This is indescribable,” said John¬son, soaked in beer and sweat. “This is a moment I’ll never…

Glenn Davis belts three home runs and drives in five but that’s only good enough to tie San Francisco after nine innings

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1990 – Glenn Davis belts three home runs and drives in five but that’s only good enough to tie San Francisco after nine innings. Greg Litton taps home the game-winner in the eleventh for a 6-5 Giant decision.