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This Day in Braves History: Andruw Jones, Jay Lopez go back-to-back twice

1998 - Javy Lopez and Andruw Jones hit back-to-back home runs in consecutive innings. It is the fourth time in major league history.

1999 - The Orioles set a franchise record for runs scored defeating the Braves 22-1. Cal Ripken Jr. goes 6-for-6, including a pair of home runs. John Smoltz was tagged for seven runs in just 2 1/3 innings.

MLB History

1912 - Christy Mathewson records his 300th career win with a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Mathewson compiled a 373-188 record for his career.

1921 - Babe Ruth hits a 460 foot home run into the centerfield bleachers at the Polo Grounds becoming the first player ever to do so.