It looked like a tying hit in extra innings—until Flood caught it and kept running.

On June 19, 1967, Houston fans were on their feet in the 11th inning, trailing 5–4 and sensing a tying hit off the bat. Cardinals outfielder Curt Flood made a full-speed, shoestring catch to rob the Astros, then never broke stride. With a runner caught off base, Flood stepped on second to complete a rare outfielder unassisted double play that ended the game on the spot. What felt like salvation for Houston became sudden silence in a single, unforgettable dash.

🕵️ Inside Today’s Original Newspaper Coverage:

  • Houston’s dramatic rally that forced extra innings

  • Maris delivers the decisive blow in the 11th

  • Elsewhere on the page: A no-hitter hero ribbed during batting practice

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