In the opener of a doubleheader, Don Money sets a major-league record for consecutive errorless games at 3B with 78. The Brewers beat the Twins, 8 – 5, then lose 5 – 3. Money will end the season with just five errors, breaking George Kell’s record set in 1950. Money also holds the National League record with just 10 errors, set with the Phils in 1972. Read More July 7, 1974
Frederick Thayer‚ the inventor of the catcher’s mask‚ and George Wright sue the Spalding Brothers Company for copyright infringement. The two will eventually lose their case. Read More August 11, 1883
In a battle of aces, the Twins’ Brad Radke tops Roger Clemens, 5 – 1. The Red Sox ace is now 4-10. Read More July 26, 1996