May 16 in Atlanta Braves History: Atlanta Braves star Rico Carty Hitting Streak comes to an end at 31 games (1970)

On May 16, 1970, At Three Rivers Stadium, the hitting streak of Atlanta Braves star Rico Carty comes to an end at 31 games. The Braves’ outfielder is stopped by Cincinnati Reds pitcher Jim McGlothlin , who earns a 2-0 victory. Carty’s streak started on April 8th. batted .451 during the streak, will

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