Willie Kirkland whacks his 5th home run in three games to help the Cleveland Indians down the Los Angeles Angels, 7 – 5 at Cleveland. His first four were in consecutive at bats before and after the All-Star break and tied the major league record. He now has 16 en route to 27 for the year.

On July 14, 1961 Willie Kirkland whacks his 5th home run in three games to help the Cleveland Indians down the Los Angeles Angels, 7 – 5 at Cleveland. His first four were in consecutive at bats before and after the All-Star break and tied the major league record. He now has 16 en route to 27 for the year.

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Baseball Reference July 14