Birmingham and Memphis set a Southern League record by hitting 11 home runs in one game

On May 2, 1960, Birmingham and Memphis set a Southern League record by hitting 11 home runs in one game. With Russwood Park unavailable due to a fire, a temporary park proves especially inviting for home runs. Six of the home runs clear the right-field fence, which is only 204 feet from home plate.

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