August 6 in Boston Red Sox History: Boston’s backstop Scott Hatteberg hits into a triple play, but the catcher redeems himself in his next at-bat by hitting a grand s (2001)

On August 6, 2001 — At Fenway Park – The Red Sox defeat the Rangers, 10 – 7, as Boston C Scott Hatteberg performs the ultimate baseball opposites in consecutive at bats. With two men on in the 4th inning and the Sox ahead 4 – 2, he lines into a triple play. Two innings later, after the Rangers score

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