This Date in Baseball - Sammy Sosa becomes the first player in MLB history with three 60-HR seasons
Briefly

On October 2, 1908, Addie Joss pitched the Cleveland Indians to victory with a perfect game against the Chicago White Sox, securing a thrilling 1-0 win.
In 1968, Bob Gibson struck out 17 Detroit Tigers in Game 1 of the World Series, setting a record in a performance that showcased his legendary pitching prowess.
The New York Yankees clinched the AL East title in 1978 during a one-game playoff where Bucky Dent's three-run homer proved decisive for their victory over the Red Sox.
In 2001, Sammy Sosa made history by becoming the very first player in Major League Baseball to hit a total of 60 home runs in three separate seasons.
Read at Herald Bulletin
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