Pete,
The Harvey Haddix story was so incredible. Below is a summary:
"Harvey Haddix had become the first pitcher in major league history to take a perfect game beyond nine innings and he did so for twelve stunning innings.In the 13th. Braves lead-off batter Felix Mantilla reached on a throwing error by Pirates 3B Don Hoak. Eddie Mathews sacrificed Mantilla to 2nd, Hank Aaron was walked intentionally, and Joe Adcock hit a 3-run HR. Adcock, however,passed Aaron on the bases and was only credited with a 1-run double."
http://www.angelfire.com/fl/yrag/harveyhaddix.html
I was listening to Vin Scully call a Dodger game that evening. He brought the whole event to life for me. Fond memory.
Kerry
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