This Day in D.C. Baseball History – June 12, 1967

The Senators and the White Sox will play in the longest night game (22 innings, six hours, and 38 minutes) in Major League history.  The Senators win the game 6-5 when Paul Casanova, singles in the winning run in the bottom of the 22nd inning.

The ninth at bat is the charm for the Senators’ catcher, Paul Casanova.  After catching the entire 22 innings and going zero for his first eight at bats, Casanova was able to stay focused and produce the game-winning hit.

Quick Facts:
Paul Casanova makes the 1967 the American League all star team.