June 21 in Chicago White Sox History: Carlton Fisk of the Chicago White Sox sets a record for most home runs by a catcher (1989)

On June 21, 1989, Carlton Fisk of the Chicago White Sox sets a record for most home runs by a catcher. Fisk hits his 307th home run as a receiver, breaking the record held by Yogi Berra . Fisk’s home run, part of a three-RBI day, helps the White Sox to a 7-3 win over the New York Yankees .

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