Braves turn first 8-3-5 triple play since 1884 … and lose to Red Sox
by Guardian sport and Associated Press from US news | The Guardian on (#6D9SD)
- Play comes during 7-1 defeat to Boston on Tuesday
- Last team to achieve feat were the Boston Beaneaters
The Atlanta Braves achieved a piece of history on Tuesday night, turning an 8-3-5 triple play for only the second time ever in the major leagues.
Center fielder Michael Harris caught a shallow fly by the Boston Red Sox' Triston Casas and threw to first base after Adam Duvall had strayed too far towards second base.
Continue reading...