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July 3: Today's featured birthday is that of Jack Daugherty, who turns 66.

1900 - Under protest from owners, the National League bans the appearance of umpire Tim Hurst in some cities due to his temper.
1914 - The Federal League makes its debut as a major league. Jack Quinn of the Baltimore Terrapins picks up a 3-2 victory over the Buffalo Buffeds.
1926 - In perhaps the greatest Opening Day pitcher's duel ever, Walter Johnson beats Eddie Rommel 1-0 in 15 innings.
1954 - Hank Aaron makes his major league debut. The Milwaukee Brewers left fielder goes 0 for 5 in a 9-8 loss.
1993 - Lee Smith (pictured) notches save #358 to break Jeff Reardon's short-lived major league record.
2004 - Alex Ochoa becomes the first player to hit for the cycle in both MLB and NPB when he accomplishes the feat against the Yomiuri Giants. The Chunichi Dragons flyhawk also coaxes two walks in the fine outing.

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