Today in White Sox History: May 24

Punctuated by a Little League grand slam by Ron LeFlore, the White Sox completed an offensive onslaught of a three-game sweep over California on this day, 43 years ago.1917

Reb Russell threw a 12-inning shutout against the Senators, giving up 11 hits, striking out six, and walking none. Russell was helped by Ray Schalk gunning down all four of Washington’s attempts to steal second base.

Oh, and at the plate, Russell also went 2-for-4 with a triple.

1929

In one of the greatest pitching performances in baseball history, White Sox starter Ted Lyons threw all 21 innings of a heartbreaking 6-5 loss to the Tigers. He allowed 24 hits in the game and faced an astounding 85 hitters. His opponent that…