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Baseball Almanac History on May 23
Baseball history on May 23, including every baseball player who was born on May 23, died on May 23, made their debut on May 23, and ended their big league career on May 23, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
he BaseballAlmanac.com shares manuy May 23 baseball stories including:1926 - Hack Wilson home run heroics.;1944 - Giants lose on a dropped 9th inning fly ball.;1978 - Red Sox sale is approved
Baseball History of May 24
Baseball history on May 24, including every baseball player who was born on May 24, died on May 24, made their debut on May 24, and ended their big league career on May 24, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The Baseball Almanac has the May 24 1984 event of 1984 - Detroit (35-5) beats California 5-1 for its 17th consecutive road win, and more
Baseball History on May 31 from the Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on May 31, including every baseball player who was born on May 31, died on May 31, made their debut on May 31, and ended their big league career on May 31, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The BaseballAlmanac.com shares some May 31 gems of the diamond such as:
1948 - A lefthander for Schenectady (Canadian-American League) named Tom Lasorda strikes out 25 in a 15-inning game against Amsterdam.
1964 - After Juan Marichal's 5-3, first-game win, San Francisco holds a 6-1 lead in the nightcap until New York rallies for five runs to tie it in the seventh.
These and more including a piece about Hank Aaron, Harmon Killebrew, Robin Yount and more
Baseball History on June 7 from Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on June 7, including every baseball player who was born on June 7, died on June 7, made their debut on June 7, and ended their big league career on June 7, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The Baseball Almanac website carries a plethora of June 7 events like:
1932 - Pitcher John Quinn, at 47, becomes the oldest player to have an extra-base hit (a double) and bat in a run as the Dodgers beat the Cubs 9-2.
1946 - One hour before game time, Pirates players vote 20-16 in favor of a walkout rather than play against the Giants.
1969 - The Washington Senators name Jeff Burroughs the number one pick in the June free-agent draft.
Baseball History on June 1 from Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on June 1, including every baseball player who was born on June 1, died on June 1, made their debut on June 1, and ended their big league career on June 1, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The BaseballAlmanac.com site brings us a bunch of items including:
1917 - Hank Gowdy is the first major-league player to enlist during World War I when he signs up in the Ohio National Guard.
1941 - Mel Ott's two-run homer, the 400th of his career provide win for NY Giants.
1943 - Rip Sewell of the Pirates throws his dew-drop ball in a game, lobbing his way to a 20 win season.
These an more await.
Baseball History on June 8 from the Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on June 8, including every baseball player who was born on June 8, died on June 8, made their debut on June 8, and ended their big league career on June 8, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The Baseball Almanac website carries a plethora of June events like:
1920 - The Reds' Edd Roush falls asleep in center field during a long argument in the infield.
1935 - Lou Gehrig collides with Carl Reynolds on a play at first base and leaves the game with arm and shoulder injuries.
1955 - The Dodgers option pitcher Tommy Lasorda to Montreal to make room on the roster for bonus baby Sandy Koufax.
Baseball History Unpacked - June 1
A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB factoids gathered from allegedly reputable sources. Happy birthday, Randy Hundley, Carlos Zambrano. — www.bleedcubbieblue.com
BleedCubbieBlue.com of SB Nation provides some grear June 1 baseball history with gems like:
1925 - Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees pinch-hits for Pee Wee Wanninger, beginning his streak of playing in 2,130 consecutive games.
1975 - The California Angels’ Nolan Ryan’s 100th career victory.
2012 - Johan Santana throws the first no-hitter in the 50-year history of the New York Mets.
There is so much more unpacked here as well for June 1.
Baseball History on May 27 from Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on May 27, including every baseball player who was born on May 27, died on May 27, made their debut on May 27, and ended their big league career on May 27, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The info from the BaseballAlmanac.com for May 27 reads with many items including:
1960 - Baltimore manager Paul Richard creates a new catchers mitt to prevent errors.
1997 - Kenny Lofton touches all the bases in a weird infield Home run.
There is more too concerning Hank Greenberg, Ken Brett, and Dale Murphy.
Baseball History on May 28 from the Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on May 28, including every baseball player who was born on May 28, died on May 28, made their debut on May 28, and ended their big league career on May 28, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The BaseballAlmanac.com brings some great baseball lore each day and of their many items we celebrate a few like:
1941 - 1st Night game at Yankee Stadium.
1952 - Willie Mays has his 1st MLB hit, and its against HOF Warren Spahn.
1961 - Roger Maris helps Yanks cause in nightcap.
These stories and more.
Baseball History on June 17 from Baseball Almanac
Baseball history on June 17, including every baseball player who was born on June 17, died on June 17, made their debut on June 17, and ended their big league career on June 17, by Baseball Almanac. — www.baseball-almanac.com
The Baseball Almanac website carries a plethora of June 17 events like:
1941 - Joe DiMaggio is credited with a hit in his 30th consecutive game when an easy grounder to short bounces up and hits Luke Appling on the shoulder.
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November 8
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 8. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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November 7
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 7. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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The Greatest Boston Bruins of All Time
The Boston Bruins have a rich history, and they have produced some of the best players in the NHL. The Boston Bruins originated in 1924, when Charles Adams was awarded a franchise in the National Hockey League (NHL). Adams, a grocery magnate, wanted to bring the NHL to the United States, and ...
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The Boston Celtics are a top franchise in NBA history, with 17 championships. This success is largely due to the great players who have worn a Celtics uniform over the years. In this article, we will take a closer look at the careers of star Celtics players, thier jersey numbers, and why they are c...
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November 6
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 6. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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November 5
In this edition of the Sports Break, we cover the top events in sports history along with the players and athletes that were a part of them on November 5. As a bonus, we place the jersey number worn at the time with the athlete as well.
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Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry
Author Joe Ziemba the master historian of football in Chicago has released another beauty. It is titled Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry.
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Hut! Hut! Hike! Book
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