On This Day: September 22
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1957
Duke Snider’s 39th and 40th home runs are the last that will be hit at Ebbets Field, the home of the Brooklyn Dodgers. The Duke of Flatbush ties Ralph Kiner’s National League mark of hitting at least 40 home runs in five consecutive seasons. Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Robin Roberts, who has a penchant for throwing home run balls, is the loser, 7-3.
