At Shibe Park, the Yankees use the long ball to rout the hometown A’s 22-3. The Bronx Bombers set a franchise record, a mark which will not be tied for 68 years, hitting eight home runs during the contest.

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On June 8, 1939 — At Shibe Park, the Yankees use the long ball to rout the hometown A’s 22-3. The Bronx Bombers set a franchise record, a mark which will not be tied for 68 years, hitting eight home runs during the contest.

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