January 1, 1929 Cool Papa Bell, playing for Cienfuegos, becomes the first slugger to connect for three home runs in a single game during Cuban professional play. A Negro Leaguer and future Hall of Fame member, Bell accomplishes his feat at Aida Park during the 15 – 11 slugfest victory over Habana. All three are inside-the-park efforts. Oscar Levis, Cliff Bell and Martin Dihigo surrender the homers.
The Giants sweep the Mets in a doubleheader at Citi Field, 6 – 1 and 7 – 2. Tim Lincecum picks up his first win of the season in the opener, while Madison Bumgarner is the winner in the second contest. With a hit in both games, including a homer in the nitecap, Pablo Sandoval has now hit in all 16 games the Giants have played thus far, tying a franchise record held by Willie Mays.
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April 23, 2012
