On August 2, 1959 — Bill Bruton, in both the first and the sixth inning of the nightcap of a twin bill at County Stadium , hits a three-run triple. The Braves center fielder’s pair of three-baggers with the bases loaded contributes to the team’s 11-5 victory over St. Louis. Bruton became the first N
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