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This Day in Braves History: Atlanta rallies to stun Phillies

1929 - The Braves fall to the Reds 5-2 thanks to three unearned runs that score on a rare error by Rabbit Maranville. Les Bell homers for Boston and outfielder Earl Clark sets a National League record with 12 putouts in the game.

1950 - The Braves acquire catcher Walker Cooper from the Reds in exchange for second baseman Connie Ryan.

1967 - Hank Aaron records the only inside-the-park home run of his career against the Phillies.

1970 - Hoyt Wilhelm becomes the first major league pitcher to appear in 1000 career games.

1977 - The Braves are swept in a doubleheader against Pittsburgh running their losing streak to 16 straight games.