The Braves franchise history includes various pivotal moments and player performances. In 1914, Braves owner James Gaffney accepted an offer from Red Sox owner Joseph Lannin to use Fenway Park. Significant performances include Jim Tobin's six homers in 1942, Warren Spahn's 299th win in 1961, and Wes Helms driving seven runs in 2001. Other highlights include a 6-4 win over the Dodgers after a lengthy road trip in 1996 and a notable one-hitter victory over the Cardinals in 2002. The team experienced notable victories and challenges throughout its history.
The Braves end their 17-game 20-day road trip, with a 6-4 win over the Dodgers. The extended road stay is caused by the Atlanta-based Olympics.
Braves pitcher Jim Tobin blasts his sixth homer of the year, tying the National League record for homers by a pitcher, but he loses to the Philadelphia 4-2.
At Candlestick Park, Warren Spahn wins his 299th game, 2 - 1, over the Giants. He gets a bit of help from Hank Aaron who leads off the seventh and ninth with homers.
Braves' first baseman Wes Helms drives home a career-high seven runs with a triple and a pair of home runs as Atlanta defeats Milwaukee, 14-2.
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