Today in Baseball History: September 24th

2006 On September 24, 2006, closer Trevor Hoffman of the Padres sets an all-time record when he records his 479th save in a 2-1 victory for San Diego over Pittsburgh. The right-hander eclipses the record previously held by Lee Smith.

1999 On September 24, 1999, a 23-year-old fan attacked Houston right fielder Bill Spiers at Milwaukee. Spiers left the game and ended up with several injuries, including a welt under his left eye, a bloody nose and whiplash.

1992 On September 24, 1992, Dave Winfield of the Toronto Blue Jays becomes the oldest major leaguer to reach the 100-RBI mark in a season. The 40-year-old Winfield hits a home run and a double in an 8-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles, increasing his season total to 103…

1974 On September 24, 1974, Al Kaline of the Detroit Tigers collects the 3,000th hit of his career. Kaline doubles against Baltimore Orioles left-hander Dave McNally during a game at Memorial Stadium in his hometown. Kaline will gain election to the Hall of Fame six years later,in his first year of eligibility.

1969 On September 24, 1969, the New York Mets clinch their first post-season berth, wrapping up the National League East title. The Mets defeat the St. Louis Cardinals, 6-0, to officially eliminate the Chicago Cubs from contention. The Mets will go on to win the World Series…

1957 On September 24, 1957, the Brooklyn Dodgers and Pittsburgh Pirates play the final game in the history of Ebbets Field. The Dodgers, who will move to Los Angeles after the season, shut out the Pirates, 2-0, behind the pitching of Danny McDevitt.

1940 On September 24, 1940, Boston Red Sox slugger Jimmie Foxx hits his 500th home run. Foxx connects against his former team, the Philadelphia A's. Fellow Hall of Famers Ted Williams and Joe Cronin also reach the seats against pitcher George Caster, who allows six home runs on the day…

1919 On September 24, 1919, Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox hits his 28th home run, breaking Ned Williamson's single-season home run mark. Ruth's drive, which comes against the New York Yankees, clears the right-field roof of the Polo Grounds.