Breaking Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ernie Banks’ previous record of 277, Cal Ripken hits his 278th homer as a shortstop, the most ever hit by a major leaguer playing that position.
On July 15, 1993 Breaking Chicago Cubs Hall of Famer Ernie Banks’ previous record of 277, Cal Ripken hits his 278th homer as a shortstop, the most ever hit by a major leaguer playing that position.
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Baseball Reference July 15