Twins Almanac (September 14): Jeff Reardon, Brian Dozier Set Records, and a Painful Assist

September 14, 1989: Reardon Record Setting Save
On this date in 1989, Jeff Reardon became the first player in MLB history with five-straight seasons of 30+ saves.

September 14, 2003: Standard 8-9 Putout
On this date in 2003, Twins right fielder Mike Ryan lost a Jhonny Peralta fly ball in the sun ... it bounced off his face and was caught by center fielder Dustan Mohr. Ryan was credited with an assist on the play.

September 14, 2016: Dozier's Record Tying Home Run
On this date in 2016, Brian Dozier hit his 41st home run of the season, and 39th as a second baseman, tying Alfonso Soriano's American League record for home runs by a second baseman. Dozier took sole possession of the AL record on September 22.

He finished the season with 42 home runs, with two coming as DH. At the time, Dozier was just the second player in Twins history with 40 home runs in a season. One other slugger has since joined the club. Bet you know who. Flex your baseball trivia knowledge in the comments section below. 

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