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This Day in Braves History: Hank Aaron, Roberto Clemente hit grand slams

1962 - Hank Aaron and Roberto Clemente both hit grand slams but the Pirates score seven runs in the eighth to win 9-8.

1973 - Former Braves outfielder Tommie Aaron becomes the first black manager of a team located in the deep south.

1997 - The Baltimore Orioles complete a surprising sweep of the Atlanta Braves as Lenny Webster homers off of Mark Wohlers in the 10th inning in the first weekend of interleague play.

MLB History

1923 - Lou Gherig makes his major league debut with the Yankees as a pinch-hitter.