Today in White Sox History: July 6

Jul 6 2022 by South Side Sox

 
On this day 39 years ago, native Chicagoan Fred Lynn [right] clobbered the first (and still only) grand slam in All-Star history, at the 50th anniversary game at Comiskey Park.

Milestone All-Star wins for the AL, 50 years apart

1933

The first-ever All-Star Game was played at Comiskey Park. The White Sox won a coin flip with the Cubs for the right to host the game that was the idea of Chicago Tribune sports editor Arch Ward. The American League won the game, 4-2, thanks to a home run...

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