Tony Horton unexpectedly takes himself out of the lineup during the fifth inning of the second game of a doubleheader against California. The game will prove to be his last in the major leagues, as a deep slump and the constant harassment from the Cleveland fans take a personal toll on the promising 25 year-old first baseman.

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On August 28, 1970 — Tony Horton unexpectedly takes himself out of the lineup during the fifth inning of the second game of a doubleheader against California. The game will prove to be his last in the major leagues, as a deep slump and the constant harassment from the Cleveland fans take a personal toll on the promising 25 year-old first baseman.

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