With the Yankees losing to Boston, the Orioles clinch the American League East despite losing to Washington, 2 – 0. Dick Bosman is the winner, allowing five hits.

On September 17, 1970 — With the Yankees losing to Boston, the Orioles clinch the American League East despite losing to Washington, 2 – 0. Dick Bosman is the winner, allowing five hits.

 


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Sources:
Baseball Reference September 17
National Pastime September 17
Retro Sheet
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