June 29, 1983, former major league sensation Mark "The Bird" Fidrych announces his retirement. The 1976 American League Rookie of the Year had been attempting a comeback in the minor leagues, but was struggling with a record of 2-5 and an ERA of 9.68 for the Pawtucket Red Sox. The news came after a packed house at McCoy Stadium saw him face off against future Yankee great Dave Righetti.

Today's Daily Highlights

In 1990, Dave Stewart and Fernando Valenzuela threw no-hitters on the same day — something that hadn't happened since 1917. Also: Joe DiMaggio breaks George Sisler's AL hitting-streak record on his way to 56, Harmon Killebrew's birthday, 11 classic broadcasts, and today's Vintage Commercial: Coleman.

🎙️ Did you know?

Dave Stewart has 38 broadcasts in our library — including from his historic 1990 no-hitter season.