May 11 in San Francisco Giants History: In front of the largest crowd in 13 years, the New York Giants defeat the Boston Braves, 5 – 1, in the first night game played at (1946)

On May 11, 1946 — In front of the largest crowd in 13 years, the New York Giants defeat the Boston Braves , 5 – 1, in the first night game played at Braves Field. The 35,407 fans are surprised as their hometown heroes enter the field wearing shiny satin uniforms designed to reflect the light generat

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