On This Date: Aug. 5, 1954

August 5, 1954 — Gabe Fritz fires a one-hitter to lead Lansford to a 4-3 Carbon-Schuylkill League victory over Big Creek. Fritz tosses eight innings, allowing three unearned run and three walks while striking out 14. Johnny Zuzu and Bill DeFebbo both collect a hit and score a run for the winners, who take the lead for good with a pair of runs in the sixth inning. Frank Zlock and Donnie Gildea each score for Lansford, with Fritz adding an RBI.