June 2 in St. Louis Cardinals History: Sal Maglie takes the loss after 9 straight wins (1952)

June 2, 1952 – Sal Maglie heads for the visitors clubhouse at Sportsman’s Park after being pinch hit for in the 6th inning on 6/2/52 with the Giants trailing St. Louis 5-4. The Cards held the one-run lead, handing Sal his first loss after 9 straight victories. Sal Maglie heads for the visitors clubh

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