This Day in MLB History: April 26th

Apr 26 2024 by Talking Chop

 
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1901 - After two consecutive rainouts, just over 10,000 fans witnessed the Philadelphia Athletics make their American League debut with a 5-1 loss to the Washington Senators.

1904 - Ty Cobb makes his pro debut as a 17-year old playing for the Augusta Tourists of the South Atlantic League. Cobb homered and had a double in the game.

1941 - Wrigley Field becomes the first ballpark to install an organ to entertain fans.

1959 - Sadaharu...

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