Johnny Blanchard, 76, who set a Major League record in 1961 by hitting four home runs in consecutive at-bats over the course of three games, died March 25, 2009.
Blanchard, known as "Super Sub" was a catcher/outfielder who played in five consecutive World series for the New York Yankees in the 1960's. He was a third string power-hitting catcher, playing behind Hall of Famer Yoggi Berra and Elston Howard.
His feat was overshadowed during the season by the legendary pursuit of Babe Ruth's single season home run record by Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle.
Blanchard's feat was equaled in 1995 by Jeff Manto of the Baltimore Orioles.
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