On June 11, 1955 The Dodgers win their 6th in a row to increase their lead to 10 1/2 games. The lead will not dip below 10 games for the remainder of the season.
Hank Aaron, who also did the traditional toss for the Braves in the first and last contests at Turner Field, throws the ceremonial first pitch, with former long-time team manager Bobby Cox serving as the catcher, prior to the inaugural game at SunTrust Park. Atlanta’s center fielder Ender Inciarte records the first out, first hit, first run, and first home run in the team’s 5-2 victory over the Padres at the new ballpark.
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April 14, 2017
