September 28, 1941
Batting .399955, Ted Williams elects to play in a doubleheader against the A's on the final day of the season rather than to back into the coveted .400 average because the number is rounded up. The 'Splendor Splinter' comes through by going 6-for-8 in the twin bill to finish the season with .4057 mark (.406).
Batting .399955, Ted Williams elects to play in a doubleheader against the A's on the final day of the season rather than to back into the coveted .400 average because the number is rounded up. The 'Splendor Splinter' comes through by going 6-for-8 in the twin bill to finish the season with .4057 mark (.406).
September 28, 1947
As a benefit for the Babe Ruth Foundation, the first Old-Timers' Day game is played at Yankee Stadium. The event, which will become a prestigious tradition in the Bronx, is the brain child of Larry MacPhail, the club's general manager.
Septemeber 27, 1951
Yankees hurler Allie Reynolds no-hits the Red Sox, 8-0, enabling the Bronx Bombers to clinch a tie for their third consecutive pennant. It is the 'Chief' second no-hitter of the season, having also accomplishing the feat against the Indians in July.
Septemeber 28, 1960
In his last major league at bat, Ted Williams homers off Oriole hurler Jack Fischer. Despite the Fenway's Faithful thunderous ovation, the 'Splendid Splinter' refused to tip his hat the hometown fans.
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