April 11 in Yankees History: Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker both start on Opening Day for the A’s. The 8-3 loss to New York at Shibe Park marks the first time the fu (1928)

On April 11, 1928 — Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker both start on Opening Day for the Philadelphia A’s. The 8-3 loss to New York Yankees at Shibe Park marks the first time the future Hall of Famers have played as teammates in a game. Cobb went 1-3 with 2 walks, Speaker went 0-4. Cobb will hit .323 and reti

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