Boston hurler Lefty Grove becomes the first pitcher in major league history to yield six doubles in one frame

On June 9, 1934 — In the eighth inning of the Senators’ 8-1 victory over the Red Sox, Boston hurler Lefty Grove becomes the first pitcher in major league history to yield six doubles in one frame. The future Hall of Famer, ailing from a sore arm, gives up five consecutive two-baggers during Washington’s barrage.

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