A train strike forces many teams to fly to their next scheduled games. Traveling by air is still a rarity in the major leagues at this time.

On May 11, 1950 — A train strike forces many teams to fly to their next scheduled games. Traveling by air is still a rarity in the major leagues at this time.

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