April 25 in Detroit Tigers History: Earl Wilson nearly scores after striking out (1970)

On April 25 1970, Earl Wilson nearly scores after he strikes out when Minnesota catcher Paul Ratliff, trapping a third strike, inadvertently rolls the ball to the mound instead off tagging the batter or throwing to first base. With the Twins heading to the dugout believing the inning is over, the De

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