Dave Winfield hits for cycle and becomes the oldest player to collect five hits in a game

Dave Winfield hits for cycle and becomes the oldest player to collect five hits in a game

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On June 24, 1991 California’s Dave Winfield goes 5 for 5 and hits for the cycle as the Angels defeat Kansas City, 9 – 4. In so doing, he becomes the oldest player in history (39) to accomplish the feat. He completes the cycle, the first of his career, in the 8th with a triple…

The Twins’ Scott Erickson wins his 12th consecutive decision, tops in the majors, stopping the Yankees, 5 – 0, on two hits. He retires 24 of the final 25 batters.

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The Twins’ Scott Erickson wins his 12th consecutive decision, tops in the majors, stopping the Yankees, 5 – 0, on two hits. He retires 24 of the final 25 batters.