1949 – For choking an umpire in the Florida International League, Miami Sun Sox manager Pepper Martin is fined $100 and suspended for the remaining 2 weeks in the season. Read More August 26, 1949
In Boston’s 4 – 1 win over the Angels, David Ortiz hits a home run, a record 270th as a designated hitter, breaking the mark held by Frank Thomas. Daisuke Matsuzaka, making his first start for the Red Sox after a three-month stay on the disabled list, pitches 6 scoreless innings for the win. Read More September 15, 2009
In Philadelphia, Grover Cleveland Alexander is awarded an automobile before the game as the Phillies’ most popular player, then drives over the Giants’ Rube Marquard for a 1 – 0 win. Read More September 12, 1914