This Date in Baseball - Ichiro collects the 3,086th hit of his pro career, breaks Japanese record

Earl Averill hit a home run in his first plate appearance. Bob Feller pitched the only opening day no-hitter. The Forsch brothers both pitched no-hitters, a unique feat.

Babe Ruth had a sensational National League debut. Roger Maris started his chase for Babe Ruth's home run record. The Cubs and the Cardinals had memorable no-hitters.

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