On June 17, 1960, at Municipal Stadium in Cleveland, Ted Williams becomes the fourth major league player to hit his 500th home run, joining Babe Ruth, Jimmie Foxx, and Mel Ott. Williams’ two-run shot off the Tribe’s Wayne Hawkins. helps the Boston Red Sox to a 3-1 win over the Cleveland Indians.
Mel Ott of the New York Giants rips the 500th home run of his career
On September 24, 1940, At Shibe Park, Boston Red Sox slugger Jimmie Foxx hits his 500th home run. Foxx connects against his former team George Caster, of the Philadelphia A’s. Fellow Hall of Famers Ted Williams and Joe Cronin also reach the seats against pitcher George Caster, who allows six home runs on the day……
abe Ruth of the New York Yankees hits his 500th home run
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