On July 28, 1960 — With relief help from Bobby Shantz, Whitey Ford, who leaves with an upset stomach, picks up a 4 – 0 win over the Indians. Tony Kubek, Mickey Mantle and Clete Boyer homer for the Yanks. The pinstripers sweep, winning the nitecap, 9 – 2, and take over first place by three percentage points.
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