Frank Howard’s home run streak comes to an end

Frank howard

On May 19, 1968, Frank Howard’s home run streak comes to an end. The Washington Senators’ slugger had hit 10 home runs over the last six games, establishing a new major league record.

“Hondo” is shut down by Detroit Tigers pitcher Earl Wilson, who defeats the Senators, 5-4. in the first game of a doubleheader. In the second game, Al Kaline hits a two-run homer off Washington’s Steve Jones to become the Tigers’ all-time home run leader, surpassing Hank Greenberg. Detroit wins, 7 – 0, completing a sweep.

 

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