The game of baseball has a long and storied history of its players, teams and managers. The stats, the championships, pitching duels and so much more make this one of the most interesting items to study and watch.
Sports History
Baseball's Grand Old Man
Playing Days (1886-1896):
-A journeyman catcher known for his intelligence and leadership, not raw power.
-Briefly managed Pittsburgh before establishing the Philadelphia Athletics in 1901.
Early A's Dynasty (1901-1914):
-Built a powerhouse team based on pitching, defense, and smart baserunning.
-Won six of the first 14 American League pennants, establishing the A's as a dominant force.
-Developed stars like Eddie Plank and Nap Lajoie, ushering in a new era of strategic baseball.
Post-Dynasty Struggles (1915-1928):
-Failed to replicate early success, often trading away star players due to financial constraints.
-Faced criticism for his stubborn adherence to old-school tactics amidst the rise of the "live-ball" era.
Second A's Dynasty (1929-1931):
-Unearthed another generation of superstars like Al Simmons and Mickey Cochrane.
-Won two consecutive World Series, silencing his critics and proving his adaptability.
Later Years and Legacy (1932-1956):
-He continued managing into his 80s, winning over 3,700 games, a record that still stands.
-He Was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937, a testament to his unparalleled longevity and impact.
Baseball History Unpacked - June 14
1870 - At the Capitoline Grounds in Brooklyn, the Cincinnati Red Stockings see their 130-game consecutive winning streak (81 official games and 49 exhibitions) come to an end.
1979 - The Giants lose to the Cubs 8-6, but Willie McCovey hits his 513th career home run.
Baseball History Unpacked - June 10
1944 - Six weeks shy of his 16th birthday, Joe Nuxhall becomes the youngest person to play in a major league contest in this century.
2013 - Javier Baez of the Daytona Cubs (Florida State League) hits four home runs in a 9-6 win over the Fort Myers Miracle.
Baseball History Unpacked - June 9
This Day in Baseball June 17 - Bombin Brock
1962 - Lou Brock hits one of longest homeruns in Polo Grounds history.
This Day in Baseball June 17 - Pinch hit again Joe
This Day in Baseball June 17 - Lefty record
This Day in Baseball June 17 - Ruffing up the Tribe
This Day in Baseball June 19 - ARod 3000
Baseball History Unpacked - June 15
February 10 Jersey Numbers
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Lets see what team sport athletes made history on February 10. Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 34 - 23 - 25 - 19 February 10, 1920 - Major League Baseball o...
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(image) The 1923 Notre Dame Badin Hall football team were the (co-) interhall champions of the 1923 season. They tied Sophomore and Brownson halls and were awarded the championship on a random draw. There are conflicted reports of whether the Badinites received the championship trophy but not the ...
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A 1933 Northern Ireland Womens Hockey Team
February 9 Jersey Numbers
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Sports history is made every day of the year. February 9 is no exception. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 29 - 2 - 7 - 24 February 9, 1916 - Baseball's National League voted and subsequently sh...
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February 8 Jersey Numbers
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Sports history is made every day of the year. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes every day based on the uniform number they wore. 7 - 15 - 99 - 33 February 8, 1963 - It became offical on this day that the American Football League franchise formerly calle...
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