The Giants beat Pittsburgh, 7 – 2, as the Giants steal eight bases with Larry Doyle swiping home twice. New York ties a major league mark with the three steals. Christy Mathewson is the winner on a four-hitter over Howie Camnitz, increasing the Giants’ lead to five games.

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On September 18, 1911 — The Giants beat Pittsburgh, 7 – 2, as the Giants steal eight bases with Larry Doyle swiping home twice. New York ties a major league mark with the three steals. Christy Mathewson is the winner on a four-hitter over Howie Camnitz, increasing the Giants’ lead to five games.

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