Bert Campaneris steals five bases, one shy of the major league mark, in the A’s 12-7 victory over the Twins

On May 24, 1976 — Bert Campaneris steals five bases in six attemps, one shy of the major league mark, in the A’s 12-7 victory over the Twins at the Oakland Coliseum. The fleet shortstop will swipe 54 bases, third best in the American League this season. As a team, the Athletics will pile up a record 341 stolen bases on the year.

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