The Reds trade OF Deion Sanders, pitching prospects John Roper, Ricky Pickett and Scott Service, and IF David McCarty to the Giants for pitchers Mark Portugal and Dave Burba, and OF Darren Lewis.

1995 – Mets OF Brett Butler strokes four hits, but it is not enough to prevent an 8 – 6 New York loss to the Cardinals. The hits give Butler 15 for his last four games, one shy of the record of 16 set by Brooklyn’s Milt Stock in 1925.

The Devil Rays name Chuck LaMar as the franchise’s first general manager. Under the leadership of the former Braves assistant GM, the expansion team will compile a 518-777 (.400) record during the first eight years of its existence.

Dave Andrews, public address announcer for the Abilene Prairie Dogs of the Texas-Louisiana League, is ejected from a game after Abilene manager Charlie Kerfeld is given the boot. Andrews proceeds to read a commercial for an eyeglass chain, infuriating the umpire. Andrews claims it was coincidence, but is still fined $50.

The Marlins score a 12 – 10, 14-inning victory over the Giants. Florida is led by 1B Greg Colbrunn, who drives in seven runs on two home runs.

Cleveland defeats Oakland, 5 – 4, in 12 innings, as Indians 2B Carlos Baerga lashes out five hits, including a double. The win opens up Cleveland’s lead in the American League Central to 14 1/2 games.

San Diego Padres players complain when the team attempts to recall former replacement player Ira Smith from the minors. Management decides instead to recall Archi Cianfroccoinstead.

Ramon Martinez no-hits the Florida Marlins, 7 – 0. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ hurler was perfect before walking Tommy Gregg after getting the first out in the 7th inning.

Mickey Mantle’s final public appearance increases awareness of organ donation programs.