Honus Wagner becomes the first player to steal three bases in a World Series contest
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On October 11, 1909 — At Bennett Park, Honus Wagner becomes the first player to steal three bases in a World Series contest. The Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman’s thievery enables Pittsburgh to beat Detroit, 8-6, in Game 3 of the Fall Classic. Wagner also had 3 hits, 3 RBI’s giving the Pirates a 2-1 series lead.
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