On July 18, 1906 — Washington pitcher Fred Falkenberg bangs the century’s first grand slam by a major league pitcher, connecting in the 6th inning off White Sox ace Frank Owen.
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Washington pitcher Fred Falkenberg bangs the century’s first grand slam by a major league pitcher, connecting in the 6th inning off White Sox ace Frank Owen.
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