At Shibe Park The Dodgers’ Jackie Robinson is tagged out by Phillies’ third baseman Ralph Caballero on May 2, 1948.
Brooklyn beats the Phillies 9-6 and Robinson goes 3-5 with a triple and homerun.
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On May 14, 1978, Dave Kingman of the Chicago Cubs hits three home runs, including a game-winning three-run blast in the 15th inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The game marks the second time in his career that “King Kong” has hit three homers and driven in eight runs in a game at Dodger Stadium. Tommy Lasorda gives a colorful interview after the game.
In MemoriamTommy Lasorda (1927-2021) Hall of Fame manager of the Dodgers from 1976 to 1996. Led the Dodgers to four National League pennants and two World Series wins. Two-time Manager of the Year. Managed U.S.A. Olympic Baseball to a gold medal in 2000. Spent more than seventy years active in the Dodgers organization as a player, scout, manager, and in the front office.
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At Shibe Park The Dodgers’ Jackie Robinson is tagged out by Phillies’ third baseman Ralph Caballero on May 2, 1948.
Brooklyn beats the Phillies 9-6 and Robinson goes 3-5 with a triple and homerun.
Full Box Score