In the first game of a doubleheader, Seattle C Bob Stinson ties a major-league record by allowing two Baltimore batters to reach base on catcher’s interference. The Birds win, 7 – 6, then complete the sweep, 11 – 3.

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On July 24, 1979 — In the first game of a doubleheader, Seattle C Bob Stinson ties a major-league record by allowing two Baltimore batters to reach base on catcher’s interference. The Birds win, 7 – 6, then complete the sweep, 11 – 3.

 

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