The Yankees record their fourth straight shutout to equal the record set by Cleveland and Boston in 1903 and 1906 respectively. Johnny Allen, George Pipgras, Red Ruffingand Lefty Gomez were the hurlers. Lefty stops Cleveland on five hits to win, 8 – 0, New York’s fifth shutout in seven games.

This Day In Baseball

On May 16, 1932 — The Yankees record their fourth straight shutout to equal the record set by Cleveland and Boston in 1903 and 1906 respectively. Johnny Allen, George Pipgras, Red Ruffingand Lefty Gomez were the hurlers. Lefty stops Cleveland on five hits to win, 8 – 0, New York’s fifth shutout in seven games.

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Baseball Reference May 16