July 26 in Philadelphia Phillies History: The league-leading Phils are dealt a blow when catcher-manager Red Dooin suffers a broken leg in a collision at home plate (1911)

On July 26, 1911 — At Robison Field, the league-leading Philadelphia Phillies are dealt a blow when catcher-manager Red Dooin suffers a broken leg in a collision at home plate with St Louis Cards runner Rebel Oakes. Dooin was hitting a career high .328 at the time. St Louis wins the game 7-6 and Doo

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