September 8 in Los Angeles Angels History: Bert Campaneris of the Kansas City A’s becomes the first major leaguer to play all nine positions in a game (1965)

On September 8, 1965, Bert Campaneris of the Kansas City A’s becomes the first major leaguer to play all nine positions in a game. Campy accomplishes the unusual feat, which was prompted by A’s’ owner Charlie Finley, during a 5-3 loss to the California Angels. Usually a shortstop, Campy catches the

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