August 20 in Yankees History: Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees hits the 23rd and final grand slam of his career (1938)

On August 20, 1938, At Shibe Park, Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees hits the 23rd and final grand slam of his career off Buck Ross, establishing a major league record. Gehrig drives in six runs to pace the Yankees to an 11-3 victory over the Philadelphia Athletics . Game ticket & learn more about

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