1944 - Jim Tobin pitches a one-hit shutout as the Boston Braves defeat the Phillies 6-0 in their home opener.
1946 - The Boston Braves are no-hit by Ed Head in a 5-0 loss to the Dodgers at Ebbets Field. The start was Head’s first since returning from the military.
1950 - In the second game of a doubleheader, the Braves and Phillies start the game in daylight and finish under the lights, which is a first in the majors.
1954 - In his seventh career game, Hank Aaron launches the first of his 755 career home runs off Cardinals pitcher Vic Raschi at Sportsman Park.