With the start of the 2020 season delayed, the Pinstripe Alley team decided to revive the program in a slightly different format. These daily posts will highlight a few key moments in Yankees history on a given date, as well as recognize players born on the day. Let’s take a trip down memory lane.
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This Day in Yankees History (June 26)
100 years ago
A 17-year-old Lou Gehrig hit his first home run at a major league venue. Gehrig wouldn't debut as a big leaguer for three more years, but in 1920, he smacked a dinger in a high school championship game contested at Wrigley Field.