July 17 in San Francisco Giants History: New York Giants outfielder Red Murray is knocked unconscious by a bolt of lightning during a game (1914)

On July 17, 1914, New York Giants outfielder Red Murray is knocked unconscious by a bolt of lightning during a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates . Murray, who is struck after catching a fly ball, will recover quickly from the accident.

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Source: Historical record

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